Caldentey’s late penalty earns Arsenal narrow Champions League win
Mariona Caldentey’s 93rd-minute penalty gave Arsenal a narrow 1-0 victory over HB Køge in their Women’s Champions League opener. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, Arsenal’s wastefulness in front of goal continued their difficult start to the season and raised concerns about their confidence and ruthlessness.
Arsenal made eight changes after drawing with Manchester United, but still struggled to break down Køge and goalkeeper Alberte Vingum. Chloe Kelly had an early goal ruled out for offside, while Kelly and Frida Maanum were also denied by saves; Køge arrived with strong qualifying form after victories over Riga, Hearts and PSV Eindhoven.
- Caldentey’s late penalty rescued Arsenal.
- Arsenal dominated but squandered numerous chances.
- Their early-season scoring problems remain unresolved.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Mariona Caldentey penalty provides late WCL relief for Arsenal against Køge”.