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Lisa Baum scored on debut as Arsenal Women edged Brighton 1-0 in their season opener at Crawley Town.
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Arsenal Women kicked off their 2026-27 campaign in typically efficient fashion, grinding out a 1-0 win at Brighton. The hero? Lisa Baum, who marked her first appearance for the club with the only goal of the game.
Not a bad way to introduce yourself.
Manager Renee Slegers went with Rodriguez, Fox, Williamson, Catley, Batlle, Little, Stanway, Smith, Caldentey, Baum, and Russo from the start. Even so, four players couldn't squeeze into the 20-strong matchday squad - a clear sign of how stacked this roster is.
Arsenal currently have 27 registered players, surpassing the 25-player limit, though some qualify for the Academy U21 squad. The message is clear: earn your spot or watch from the stands.
Four of the five subs introduced were attacking players, as OneFootball reports. Slegers clearly wanted more goals, even if the scoreline stayed slim.
After matchday one, Arsenal sit fifth in the table. Liverpool lead the way at the top.
The Gunners return to home turf on Sunday, 13 September, when Crystal Palace visit for a 2:45 PM kick-off. Champions League fixtures loom on the horizon too, so the depth will be tested sooner rather than later.
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