Arsenal 4-1 Valerenga: Lineups, Match Stats & Key Highlights
With the Arsenal Women’s Team victory last night in the UEFA Champions League For Women 4-1 against Valerenga,
And also with their recent win of 4-0 against BK Hackem, it’s safe to say they’re maintaining a good standing in the game and I hope they won’t back down anytime soon.
The likes of Catlin Foord, Alessia Russo and others has been on the forefront for the team, securing wins for the team and solidifying it’s position in the group stage.
Let’s look into the Arsenal VS Valerenga match lineups, match stats, and key highlights of the match:
Lineups:
Arsenal’s Formation

Formation: 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: D.Van Domselaar
Defenders: E.Fox, L.Williamson, L.Codina, K.McCabe
Midfielders: K.Little, L.Walt
Forwards: B.Mead, M.Caldentey, C.Foord, A.Russo
Subs: S.Catley, F.Maanum, L.Hurtig, K.H Reid.
Arsenal used a 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing their attacking play with three forwards, while maintaining a strong midfield presence.
Vålerenga’s Formation

Formation: 3-4-2-1
Goalkeeper: T.Enblom
Defenders: M.D Kovacs, E-Thorsnes, S.Horter
Midfielders: T.Bjelde, L.Vickius, J.Thomas, S.R Heirdas
Forwards: O.Tvedten, E.Stolen, Godo K Sævik.
Subs: T.Lindawell, M.Sesay, I.Sandnes Osen, R.Foss Arnesen.
Vålerenga opted for a 3-4-2-1 setup, which allowed them to provide defensive cover while also facilitating counterattacks through their attacking midfielders.
Match Stats:

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Goals:
Arsenal:
E.Fox (2′), C.Foord (29′), M.Caldentey (85′), A.Russo (90+3′)
Vålerenga:
O.Tvedten (35′)
Possession:
Arsenal: 73%
Vålerenga: 27%
Total Shots:
Arsenal: 21
Vålerenga: 9
Shots on Target:
Arsenal: 16
Vålerenga: 2
Passes:
Arsenal: 655
Vålerenga: 242
Pass Accuracy:
Arsenal: 86%
Vålerenga: 60%
Corners:
Arsenal: 7
Vålerenga: 9
Fouls:
Arsenal: 8
Vålerenga: 4
Yellow Cards:
Arsenal: 2
Vålerenga: 1
Red Cards:
None from both sides.
Offsides:
Arsenal: 4
Vålerenga: 2
Key Highlights:

1. Early Goal: Arsenal took the lead in the 2nd minute with a goal from Emily Fox.
2. Doubling the Lead: Caitlin Foord scored the second goal for Arsenal in the 29th minute, assisted by Beth Mead.
3. Vålerenga’s Response: Just before halftime, Olaug Tvedten pulled one back for Vålerenga in the 35th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error.
4. Second Half Goals: Arsenal regained control with a goal from Mariona Caldentey in the 85th minute.
Alessia Russo sealed the victory with a stoppage-time goal in the 90+3rd minute.