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Arsenal's Victory Over City Boosts Champions League Hopes

2/8/2026

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Arsenal's 1-0 win over Manchester City on February 8, 2026, boosts Arsenal's hopes of qualifying for the UEFA Women's Champions League.
Arsenal forward Olivia Smith scored the decisive goal as Arsenal coach Renée Slegers oversaw a press that disrupted City's game plan.
The defeat adds pressure on Chelsea, who risk missing Champions League qualification for the first time since 2019-20.
Manchester City manager Andrée Jeglertz remains confident despite the setback.

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Arsenal's 1-0 win over Manchester City on February 8, 2026, boosts Arsenal's hopes of qualifying for the UEFA Women's Champions League.
Arsenal forward Olivia Smith scored the decisive goal as Arsenal coach Renée Slegers oversaw a press that disrupted City's game plan.
The defeat adds pressure on Chelsea, who risk missing Champions League qualification for the first time since 2019-20.
Manchester City manager Andrée Jeglertz remains confident despite the setback.