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Arsenal secured a 4-3 victory over West Ham United on Sunday night, after fighting back from 3-1 down.
Arsenal’s head coach, Renee Slegers, couldn’t hide her pride and excitement following her team’s thrilling 4-3 victory over West Ham United. The match, which took place on Sunday evening, saw Arsenal come from 3-1 down to secure a dramatic win, scoring three goals in just six minutes during a chaotic second half.
In her post-match interview, Renee described the game as a “rollercoaster” and praised her players for their character and strength in overcoming such a challenging situation. She highlighted the importance of creating and capitalizing on positive momentum, which the team managed to do in the second half.
Renee also acknowledged the efforts of the defenders and goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar, who put their bodies on the line during nine minutes of stoppage time to ensure Arsenal held onto all three points. She expressed her pride in the team’s desire and motivation to represent Arsenal and secure the win.
Despite the victory, Renee admitted that the team did not perform as solidly defensively as they usually pride themselves on, conceding three goals. However, she noted that the context of the match, with many players returning from international duty, played a role in the team’s performance.
Chloe Kelly, who was handed her first start of the season, scored an important goal just before half-time to get Arsenal back into the match. Renee praised Kelly’s contribution and the team’s ability to stay composed and come back into the game.
Lastly, Renee expressed her gratitude to the supporters, who created a fantastic atmosphere throughout the match. She acknowledged the emotional journey that both the team and the fans went through during the game and emphasized the importance of their belief and support.
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