Miedema on target as Arsenal beat Liverpool in WSL

Vivianne Miedema netted her initial Arsenal goal since December 2022, thus giving the away team a lead.

Arsenal managed to secure a win at Liverpool, with Vivianne Miedema scoring her inaugural Women's Super League goal since coming back from an extended knee injury.

The Dutch striker had been sidelined for 310 days due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) she suffered in December 2022. In only her second league appearance this season, she scored the first goal at Prenton Park.

The first half of the game was uninteresting, but on the hour mark, Miedema confidently moved forward and shot from 20 yards away. Her powerful attempt went in after hitting Liverpool's centre-back Gemma Bonner and deflecting.

After a gap of nine minutes, Arsenal managed to increase their advantage. This was made possible when Beth Mead flew through the right path and provided a perfect pass for Caitlin Foord to score from a very near distance.

The Gunners emerged victorious against Liverpool, who posed minimal danger. This triumph coincided with Jonas Eidevall's 100th game in charge. The result has placed them within three points of the leaders, Chelsea.

Although the visitors had control of the ball, their control was unproductive during the initial 45 minutes of play. Neither team was able to generate significant opportunities, resulting in a lackluster match.

Things took a turn during injury time at the end of the first half when Liverpool launched a quick counter-attack. Melissa Lawley raced down the left and delivered a cross that posed a challenge, but Yana Daniels, who was in a prime position in the middle, missed her shot and sent it over the bar due to pressure from Arsenal captain Katie McCabe.

Arsenal reacted swiftly to the situation and sent a pass from Foord along the byeline towards the Liverpool goalkeeper Rachael Laws, but it managed to barely pass her and was almost a goal until defender Niamh Fahey cleared it away from the goal line.

In the second half of the game, the same things were happening as in the first half. However, Arsenal managed to get a goal with the help of a lucky bounce, which gave Miedema an opportunity to score a remarkable goal. This was particularly exciting because it had been over a year since her last goal.

Once Foord scored the second goal, Stina Blackstenius, who had entered the game as a substitute, got several chances to score but she couldn't turn them into goals. In the end, she hit the post during added time.

At the same time, the captain of England, Leah Williamson, did not get a chance to play as she gets closer to her recovery from an ACL injury.

Be Patient Arsenal Fans

In a rather dull first period of play, there were occasions where it seemed like Arsenal wouldn't even have a shot on goal, due to Liverpool's determined defense.

Although Eidevall may have desired more precise passes and an increased ability to penetrate the opposing team's penalty area, their dedication to their mission should have provided him with reassurance.

Liverpool had a strong defense throughout the game, but they struggled to move out of their half of the pitch. Meanwhile, Arsenal calmly controlled the ball and looked for opportunities to attack. When they lost possession, they swiftly took action to retrieve it again.

In the second half, they were able to achieve success without panicking or making desperate attempts out of frustration.

Miedema scored a goal that was partly due to luck, although she may feel it's deserved after her bad luck last season. However, before the goal, Liverpool had already shown signs of being tired.

Arsenal, who are currently tied in points with Manchester City in second place, demonstrated their dominance over the opposing team during the final 20 minutes of the game.

The team has finally taken revenge for their loss to Liverpool on the first day of the tournament. The confidence they displayed while doing so bodes well for their chances of winning the title.

Keeping up with that could possibly be the most ideal present for Eidevall on his 41st birthday.

The game is over with the final score being Liverpool Women 0 and Arsenal Women 2.

The second half has come to a close with a score of 0-2 in favor of Arsenal Women against Liverpool Women.

Stina Blackstenius from Arsenal Women aimed a shot with her right foot towards the center of the box, which then unfortunately hit the right post. Cloé Lacasse provided the assist for the shot.

Saved! Mia Enderby of Liverpool Women takes a shot with her right foot from the middle of the box but it's stopped by the goalkeeper in the lower right-hand corner. Sophie Haug assists with a pass made with her head.

Jasmine Matthews, a player from Liverpool Women, received a yellow card due to making a rough foul.

Kim Little from the Arsenal Women's team was able to acquire a free kick in the portion of the field devoted to defense.

Jasmine Matthews, who plays for Liverpool Women, committed a foul.

Lia Wälti from Arsenal Women has successfully achieved a free kick in the half of the field where her team is defending.

Incorrect move done by Ceri Holland of the Liverpool Women's team.

The try has been prevented. Ceri Holland from Liverpool Women aimed a shot using her right foot from beyond the penalty area, but it was obstructed.

The effort was stopped in its tracks. Ceri Holland, a player for Liverpool Women, attempted a shot with her right foot from a distance, but it was obstructed by the opposition before it could reach the goal.

The interruption has ended. They are prepared to resume.

The game was paused due to Rachael Laws (Liverpool Women) getting hurt.

Switch-up on the field for Arsenal Women as Victoria Pelova is replaced by Frida Maanum.

In replacement, Arsenal Women calls upon Cloé Lacasse to take the field as Beth Mead exits.

The shot taken by Stina Blackstenius of Arsenal Women, using her right foot, was blocked by the goalkeeper in the middle of the goal, preventing it from going in.

Stina Blackstenius from Arsenal Women tried to score a goal by shooting with her right foot from the center of the box. However, the shot went a bit too high and missed the mark. Lia Wälti assisted her in the attempt.

Emma Koivisto, a player from Liverpool Women's team, receives a warning in the form of a yellow card due to a foul that was deemed inappropriate or unacceptable by the referee.

Lia Wälti from Arsenal Women takes possession of a free kick on the left side of the field.

Emma Koivisto (Liverpool Women) commits a violation.