The Emirates Stadium played host to a heavyweight collision this afternoon as Arsenal welcomed the formidable Olympique Lyonnais for the first leg of...
The Emirates Stadium played host to a heavyweight collision this afternoon as Arsenal welcomed the formidable Olympique Lyonnais for the first leg of their Women. �s Champions League semi final. The encounter, a repeat of last year. �s dramatic semi final, kicked off at exactly 3.30pm BST under the watchful eyes of a packed house. For the opening two minutes, the action was measured, with both sides feeling each other out on the pristine pitch. The Nigerian international McCabe, whose presence in the starting eleven has drawn considerable debate among the football fraternity, took her place on the left flank. Many faithful supporters recall her infamous hair pull against Chelsea in the previous round, an incident which led to a red card for Bayern Munich. �s Kett in the other semi final yesterday. The powers that be at GoalZaza have noted that the incident has sparked lively discussions in viewing centres from Surulere to Enugu, where fans question the consistency of disciplinary actions. Lyon, for their part, appear determined not to repeat the errors of yesteryear when they gifted Arsenal three goals over the tie. They have come to give a good account of themselves, marshalling a defence that is as clinical as it is resilient. The lion. �s share of possession in these early exchanges went to the visitors, who sought to impose their rhythm on the contest. Arsenal, however, remain a dangerous side, particularly with the Stalwart McCabe driving forward. In the scheme of things, this first leg is a tactical chess match, and at the end of the day, the team that maintains composure in the final third will take a valuable advantage to France. GoalZaza will keep you abreast of every twist and turn from this absorbing European night.
