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Liverpool 1-2 Arsenal: Russo’s brace inspires Gunners to third WSL victory

Arsenal claimed a 2-1 victory at Liverpool in the Women’s Super League on Sunday afternoon. Arsenal came flying out of the blocks, with Lisa Baum’s deflected shot striking the woodwork inside six minutes. Moments later, the Gunners attacked again on…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 2:39 PM
Liverpool 1-2 Arsenal: Russo’s brace inspires Gunners to third WSL victory
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal defeated Liverpool 2-1 on Sunday to earn their third Women's Super League victory of the season.
  • Alessia Russo scored both goals for Arsenal, netting in the ninth minute and just before halftime.
  • Beata Olsson scored Liverpool's lone goal to briefly level the match in the 15th minute.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal claimed a 2-1 away victory against Liverpool on Sunday afternoon to secure their third Women's Super League win of the season. Alessia Russo opened the scoring for the Gunners in the ninth minute before Beata Olsson quickly leveled for the hosts. Russo then restored Arsenal's advantage on the stroke of halftime by heading home Lisa Baum's cross.

Liverpool pressured for an equalizer throughout the second half, with Jenna Clark earlier seeing a goal ruled out for offside and Cornelia Kapocs missing late chances. Despite Russo missing an opportunity to seal a hat trick, Arsenal held onto their lead to claim all three points.

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