Alessia Russo saves Arsenal from defeat against Aston Villa
Alessia Russo scored a late header to secure a draw for Arsenal against Aston Villa at home.
Villa take early lead
Chastity Grant fired the ball into the bottom corner in the 25th minute. The striker found Lynn Wilms who then delivered the shot that gave Villa the advantage.
Arsenal struggle to break through
The home team had almost 65 percent possession and recorded 28 shots compared to one for the visitors. Despite having 56 touches in the opposition box, Arsenal could not convert their chances into a goal until late.
Late goal prevents defeat
Alessia Russo flicked a header from Stina Blackstenius to find the back of the net in the 85th minute. This intervention spared Arsenal blushes after they had been trying to stitch up their season following previous wins.
2 outlets, different leads
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The Guardian
Russo spares Arsenal blushes but latest setback increases pressure on Slegers
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BBC News
Russo rescues late point for Arsenal against Villa
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