Alessia Russo's late goal rescues Arsenal in 1-1 draw with Aston Villa but pressure mounts on Renée Slegers

Arsenal needed an 85th-minute equalizer from Alessia Russo to salvage a 1-1 home draw against Aston Villa in the Women's Super League, extending a frustrating run that raises questions about head coach Renée Slegers. Chasity Grant had given Villa a shock lead in the 25th minute with their only shot on target, despite Arsenal dominating possession (65%), attempts (28 to 1), and touches in the opposition box (56 to 4). The result leaves Arsenal unable to build on consecutive wins in the league and Champions League, with Slegers under increasing scrutiny as her side continues to drop points in matches they control. The draw highlights a recurring issue of failing to convert dominance into goals, and with the title race already tight, Arsenal cannot afford many more slip-ups.