Arsenal Women will host Valerenga Women at the Emirates Stadium for their second match in the Women's Champions League group stage.
Pressure appears to be mounting on Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall following a disappointing start to the 2024-25 season. His team has struggled to find form, managing just four wins, two draws, and three defeats in their first nine competitive matches. Arsenal is participating in the Women's Champions League group stage after overcoming a first-leg deficit against Hacken in qualifying.
Unfortunately, their campaign began with a heavy 5-2 defeat to German champions Bayern Munich. The Gunners faced another setback in a crucial league match against Chelsea, where Caitlin Foord's goal was not enough in a close 2-1 loss at the Emirates. With three competitive matches without a win, Arsenal is eager to respond in their second encounter with Norwegian opposition this season, having previously beaten Rosenborg in qualifying.
Valerenga is the second Norwegian team to reach the Women's Champions League group stage after successfully navigating the qualifying rounds. They defeated Farul Constanta in the first qualifying stage and secured a convincing 5-1 aggregate win over Anderlecht to claim their place in the main draw. However, their first group match ended in disappointment, losing 1-0 at home to Juventus.
Valerenga rebounded with a solid 3-0 victory over Lyn in their last match, maintaining a nine-point lead at the top of the Toppserien with only four matches remaining. Nils Lexerod's side has won 12 of their last 13 matches in all competitions, but they will face a tough challenge in their attempt to secure points against Arsenal.
Prediction: Arsenal (W)
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