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Arsenal Women Held to Scoreless Derby by Spurs as Title Hopes Fade

Attention now turns to a pivotal Champions League tie against Real Madrid following a third straight winless outing.

Overview

  • Arsenal controlled possession and out-shot Spurs 13–4 with an xG edge around 1.38–0.16, yet the North London Derby at Brisbane Road finished 0-0.
  • The stalemate dents their WSL pursuit, with the gap to leaders Manchester City reported at seven to nine points and Arsenal stuck in fourth.
  • Caitlin Foord called the outcome frustrating, saying the team came for three points but lacked the final product against a disciplined Tottenham defense.
  • Manager Renée Slegers said Leah Williamson is back in team training with a possible December return, and recent remarks highlighted player load issues such as Beth Mead’s half-time withdrawal.
  • Focus shifts to Real Madrid in the UEFA Women’s Champions League this week, with Arsenal seeking a response after group-stage defeats to Lyon and Bayern.