Arsenal won 1-0 against Manchester City in the Women's Super League. Olivia Smith scored the only goal.
Arsenal beat Manchester City 1-0 in the Women's Super League. Olivia Smith scored the goal that gave Arsenal the win. This was Manchester City's first loss this season. Arsenal now has a chance to catch up in the standings.
In the 17th minute, Smith got the ball from Mariona Caldentey. She went past defender Rebecca Knaak and around goalkeeper Ayaka Yamashita. Smith then put the ball in the empty net.
Manchester City had trouble making chances. They had just one shot on target. Bunny Shaw shot in the first half, but Arsenal keeper Daphne Van Domselaar saved it easily.
In the second half, City brought on Sam Coffey. This helped their midfield. But there was a big moment when Caldentey fouled Lauren Hemp near the penalty area. The referee did not stop play or give a free kick.
City tried to tie the game. Vivianne Miedema had a chance, but a foul on Katie McCabe stopped it. Arsenal's defense stayed strong to keep the win.
Manchester City still leads by eight points over Manchester United. Arsenal is ten points behind City but has one game left to play.
