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Arsenal v London City Lionesses BBC Radio 5 Live This video can not be played Arsenal v London City Lionesses BBC Radio 5 Live Arsenal face newly-promoted London City Lionesses at Emirates Stadium Asllani scores penalty to give visitors deserved lead but Gunners come from behind through Smith's stunning equaliser and Kelly tap-in Watch live BBC One coverage at top of page; use 'watch & listen' tab for BBC Radio 5 Live commentary Comment at the top of this page, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) Ciara Fleming Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Anita Asante Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live at Emirates Stadium Arsenal have more control of the game as it stands, but you can see with London City bringing on Sofia Jakobsson, they'll want to stretch the Arsenal defence more than they have. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Caitlin Foord tries to run at the London City Lionesses defence for the first time since coming on but she doesn't get far as Jana Fernandez clips her heels. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses More clever play from Alessia Russo as she receives a pass from Frida Maanum with her back to goal. She twists one way then the other and gets a shot off but Saki Kumagai gets a big block in to deny her. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Jocelyn Precheur turns to his bench for the first time as LCL boss in the top flight. Nikita Parris and Maria Perez make way for Sofia Jakobsson and Sani Franssi. This video can not be played Smith scores screamer in Arsenal debut This is as perfect a time as any to show you Smith's first Arsenal goal in all it's glory. What a stunner it was too. Comment at the top of this page, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) I was unsure and questioned the signing of Smith for the price but I'm happy to say I was wrong. She looks every bit worth the money paid and could be the difference in Arsenal winning the league this season. Sul - Birmingham Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Anita Asante Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live at Emirates Stadium Unbelievable again from Olivia Smith on the left as she fires a shot. She shows that individual brilliance that she's shown in this game already. She scored an absolute blinder and she's a joy to watch. She adds attacking prowess to this Arsenal team. She's a massive asset and has a big season ahead of her. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Emma Sanders BBC Sport women’s football news reporter at Emirates Stadium Huge cheers and a standing ovation for Olivia Smith after a very impressive debut. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Olivia Smith comes off to a standing ovation after scoring a goal and proving a constant menace throughout her first 60 minutes in Arsenal red. Victoria Pelova also comes off, with Caitlin Foord and Frida Maanum entering the fray. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Rachel Brown-Finnis Former Everton goalkeeper on BBC One A thunderous shot saved by Lete. It was a left-footed absolute cannon from Olivia Smith but Lete was a great distance off her line to make her goal a little bit smaller and from that distance, you've got time to react. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses It's Caldentey who delivers a low cross into the middle which drifts out the far side. Arsenal then recycle it with several crosses into the box before Olivia Smith stings the palms of Elene Lete and the rebound flies past Alessia Russo before she can react for a tap in. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Another set piece opportunity for Arsenal with Mariona Caldentey and Katie Mc Cabe stood over it wide on the left hand side. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Anita Asante Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live at Emirates Stadium That was a definite cross that caught us all by surprise. It's a really positive transition from London City Lionesses. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Olivia Smith picks the ball up centrally and looks to drive into the London City Lionesses half but she's dispossessed and the visitors counter. Nikita Parris plays it out to Rofiat Imuran in space on the left and in an attempt to cross the ball for a teammate the left-back smashes the ball off the post. She clearly did not mean to do that but it was very close to an equaliser. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Anita Asante Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live at Emirates Stadium What's so good to see is Arsenal are not wasting these attacks. They use the second phase to try and get Alessia Russo and Olivia Smith on the ball. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Katie Mc Cabe sends a high looping corner towards the back post for Alessia Russo to attack but the striker nods it well wide of the target. There's some cries of foul as an Arsenal player goes down in a tangle in the six yard box but the referee says there's nothing untoward and on we go. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Rachel Brown-Finnis Former Everton goalkeeper on BBC One Absolutely should have been three. Should have been sealed off. It's a great ball to Olivia Smith who gets in behind and drills it to Pelova who takes a touch but didn't have the quality to finish. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Anita Asante Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live at Emirates Stadium I really think Victoria Pelova has to hit the target there. She has the time and space and it's a really great first touch to set herself, but she just smashes it over the bar. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses That should have been the third for Arsenal. They get down the right wing for what feels like the millionth time through Chloe Kelly but Victoria Pelova can only fire her left-footed snapshot over the bar. Arsenal 2-1 London City Lionesses Izzy Goodwin picks the ball up on halfway and tries to break past Katie Reid but the Arsenal defender does well to stand her ground and draw a free kick. Match report to appear here. Rate players out of 10 for this game. The rater will close 30 minutes after the final whistle. You must be signed in to a BBC account to play. After the opportunity to rate players has closed, the score displayed represents the average from all the submissions by BBC Sport users. Head here to get involved Get the latest WSL news on our dedicated page Last Updated 6th September 2025 at 14: 57 Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made. 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