Arsenal squeeze past HB Køge in Champions League opener

Arsenal beat Danish side HB Køge 1-0 in their Women's Champions League opener with a 93rd-minute penalty.

Mariona Caldentey scored a 93rd-minute penalty to give Arsenal a 1-0 win over HB Køge in their Champions League opener. The Gunners dominated but could not break through goalkeeper Alberte Vingum's defence despite many chances.

Manager Renée Slegers made eight changes from the previous match, leaving the team looking flat in front of goal. The narrow win raises questions about Arsenal's ability to score when they have so much of the ball.

Mariona Caldentey: Winning goal scorer
93rd: Minute scored
Alberte Vingum, age 21: Keeper for HB Køge
8 changes from previous match: Squad changes

Why it mattersArsenal's narrow escape suggests deeper problems in their attacking play despite having a talent-heavy squad.

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