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Olivia Smith’s late strike gives Arsenal edge over OL Lyonnes in WCL semi-final
A calamitous defensive error from the goalkeeper Christiane Endler helped reigning champions Arsenal to come from behind against OL Lyonnes and ensure they take a narrow lead into Saturday’s Champions League semi-final second leg in France.
TL;DR
- Arsenal came from behind to defeat OL Lyonnes 2-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final.
- Jule Brand scored the opener for OL Lyonnes in the first half.
- Christiane Endler's own goal, fumbling a free-kick into her net, equalized for Arsenal.
- Olivia Smith scored the late winning goal for Arsenal after a defensive error from Ingrid Engen.
- Arsenal's manager Renée Slegers urged caution, stating "It’s only half-time."
- Lyonnes manager Jonatan Giráldez acknowledged his team played worse, especially in the second half.
- Leah Williamson's return from injury was cut short by substitution.
- Arsenal missed several other opportunities to extend their lead.