WSL: Holmberg rescues Arsenal in the 95th minute, Manchester United still winless

Smilla Holmberg rescued Arsenal with a goal in the 95th minute on Saturday, September 19, at the Emirates Stadium, equalizing against Manchester United (1-1) during the third round of the Women’s Super League. This late goal denies the Manchester side their first victory of the season while preventing the Gunners from suffering their first defeat.

Manchester United took the lead in the 67th minute through Julia Zigiotti Olme. The Swedish midfielder capitalized on a poorly executed pass from Georgia Stanway, finding herself one-on-one with Misa Rodríguez and sliding the ball under the Arsenal goalkeeper.

The visitors then withstood pressure from the London side, thanks in part to several saves from Phallon Tullis-Joyce. Arsenal finally broke through in stoppage time: Leah Williamson delivered a deep cross to the far post, and Holmberg volleyed it home to equalize in the 95th minute.

The result allows Manchester United to secure their first point under the management of Eva Olid after two defeats, against London City Lionesses and Chelsea. However, United remains winless in the league. Arsenal, on the other hand, records their second home draw following a 0-0 stalemate against Crystal Palace.

After three rounds, Arsenal has five points and trails league leaders Manchester City by four points, who have a perfect record. The Gunners now face back-to-back away matches against Chelsea and Manchester City in the Women’s Super League.