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Ten-Player Manchester United Hold Arsenal to 0-0 in WSL at the Emirates

The stalemate spotlighted Arsenal's finishing issues, widening the gap to leaders Manchester City with Chelsea close behind.

Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Manchester City v Everton - Manchester City Academy Stadium, Manchester, Britain - January 11, 2026 Everton's Martina Fernandez scores a goal that was later disallowed Action Images via Reuters/Craig Brough
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Arsenal v Manchester United - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 10, 2026 Manchester United's Jayde Riviere is shown a red card by referee Abigail Byrne Action Images via Reuters/Cat Goryn
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Manchester City v Everton - Manchester City Academy Stadium, Manchester, Britain - January 11, 2026 Manchester City's Kerolin scores their first goal Action Images via Reuters/Craig Brough
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Arsenal v Manchester United - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 10, 2026 Arsenal's Kim Little in action with Manchester United's Jess Park Action Images via Reuters/Cat Goryn

Overview

  • Jayde Riviere was sent off in the 65th minute for a second yellow after a late challenge on Caitlin Foord.
  • United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce produced several crucial saves to secure the clean sheet and was booked for time-wasting.
  • Arsenal controlled the game with 25 shots but only six on target, while United mustered four attempts.
  • Leah Williamson made her first WSL start of the season for Arsenal following her knee injury layoff.
  • With Sunday’s results, Manchester City lead on 33 points, Chelsea sit on 27, Arsenal are third on 23, Tottenham move fourth on goal difference, and United drop to fifth on 22.