Blackstenius struck as Arsenal won
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Blackstenius struck as Arsenal won the London derby 5-2

Sweden striker Stina Blackstenius capped Arsenal's 5-2 win over Tottenham in England's top flight with a stoppage-time goal. The victory secured three important points in the battle for the top spot.

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Arsenal took immediate control of Saturday's Super League derby. The home team went into the break with a 3-1 lead after Alessia Russo scored a hat-trick.

In the second half, Arsenal increased their lead to 4–1 before Tottenham created some nerves and reduced the deficit - but when Blackstenius came on, she sealed a 5–2 win in stoppage time.

Smilla Holmberg played the entire match for Arsenal. Tottenham started with Amanda Nildén, Hanna Wijk and Matilda Vinberg, with Vinberg providing an assist. Josefine Rybrink and Matilda Nildén were on the bench.

Arsenal is second in the table, while Tottenham is in fifth place.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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