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Arsenal struggles with worst-ever start to Women’s Super League season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:00 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Arsenal struggles with worst-ever start to Women’s Super League season

Summary

Arsenal is experiencing their worst start to a Women’s Super League season, currently sitting eighth in the table after five winless matches. Following a 1-1 draw against newly-promoted Birmingham, the Gunners find themselves 12 points behind leaders Manchester City. Manager Renee Slegers is under increasing pressure as the team has failed to score effectively, netting only five goals from 121 shots. The club's recent history includes two runners-up finishes, but dropped points early this season have put them out of contention for the title. The situation raises questions about Arsenal's recruitment and tactical approach as they prepare for their next matches.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal has not won any of their three home games this season.
•The team has scored just five goals this season, with low conversion rates.
•Slegers faces scrutiny after leading Arsenal to a Champions League title.
•The Gunners are 12 points behind Manchester City after five matches.
•Arsenal recorded their longest-ever winless run in the league.

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What they're saying

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The Gunners have made their worst-ever start to a Women’s Super League season and are already out of the title race, with the pressure mounting on Renee Slegers and the club struggling to match their ambition off the pitch
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