Renee Slegers explains why Arsenal fell to shock Women's FA Cup defeat to Liverpool

Renee Slegers explains why Arsenal fell to shock Women's FA Cup defeat to Liverpool

Arsenal boss Renee Slegers has reflected on the weekend’s shock FA Cup exit, admitting her side struggled to find any form of rhythm against Liverpool. The Gunners were understandably firm favourites going into the weekend’s quarter-final clash, having previously brushed Liverpool aside in the WSL earlier in the campaign. However, the Merseyside outfit produced the…

Renee Slegers hails progress of 'gritty' Arsenal midfielder

Renee Slegers hails progress of 'gritty' Arsenal midfielder

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has praised the form of young midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross ahead of the side’s Women’s FA Cup meeting with Liverpool on Sunday. Cooney-Cross has been in strong form of late, picking up Arsenal’s Player of the Month award for January. The 23-year-old made a real difference last Sunday as the Gunners…

Renee Slegers hails Arsenal character after comeback win against West Ham

Renee Slegers hails Arsenal character after comeback win against West Ham

Arsenal manager Renee Slegers has praised her team’s character after they came from behind to beat West Ham 4-3 in the Women’s Super League (WSL) on Sunday. It was a nightmare start for the hosts at Borehamwood as they conceded twice in the space of ten minutes. Amber Tysiak opened the scoring for the visitors…

Renee Slegers: 'Very proud' of Arsenal's north London derby win over Tottenham

Renee Slegers: 'Very proud' of Arsenal's north London derby win over Tottenham

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers says she’s very proud of her side’s win against Tottenham in the final north London derby of the Women’s Super League (WSL) season. It didn’t take long for Arsenal to take the reins after an unfortunate own goal from Clare Hunt opened the scoring in N5. Goals from Alessia Russo,…

Renee Slegers: Arsenal boss expects different game in Man City League Cup tie

Renee Slegers: Arsenal boss expects different game in Man City League Cup tie

Arsenal boss Renee Slegers expects a different game against Manchester City in the League Cup semi-finals on Thursday evening, than the seven-goal thriller in the WSL last weekend. The Gunners emerged as narrow winners in the league meeting between the two sides at the Joie Stadium on Sunday. Mariona Caldentey gave the visitors an early…

Renee Slegers: Chloe Kelly 'understands the history' of Arsenal

Renee Slegers: Chloe Kelly 'understands the history' of Arsenal

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers says Chloe Kelly is the perfect fit for the club after deadline day deal goes through. The 27-year-old signed with the Gunners from Women’s Super League rivals Manchester City in the final hour of the January transfer window and will remain at the club on loan for the remainder of…

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers calls for VAR in women's game

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers calls for VAR in women's game

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has called for the introduction of VAR into the women’s game after a crucial penalty decision was to blame for their loss to Chelsea at the weekend. Arsenal all but bid farewell to their Women’s Super League (WSL) title hopes after a 1-0 defeat to the Blues at Stamford Bridge…

5 things to know about new Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers

5 things to know about new Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers

Arsenal have appointed interim boss Renee Slegers as their new permanent head coach until 2026, bringing the three-month search to an end. Former manager Jonas Eidevall stepped down in October and has since taken charge of San Diego Wave in the NWSL. Slegers has been acting as interim since the departure and their surge in…

'I am very excited about this journey' - Renee Slegers reflects on first game since permanent appointment

'I am very excited about this journey' – Renee Slegers reflects on first game since permanent appointment

Renee Slegers was full of praise for her side as Arsenal brushed past Crystal Palace in the Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) with a 5-0 victory at Meadow Park. A turbulent opening half was overcome by the Gunners thanks to a four-goal rout after the break. Slegers made early substitutions to aid Arsenal’s faltering momentum,…