Player Ratings: Arsenal Women score five to reach round five of the FA Cup

Stina Blackstenius and Beth Mead scored braces in a 5-0 win over Bristol City



Player Ratings: Arsenal Women score five to reach round five of the FA Cup

Stina Blackstenius celebrates her second goal at Meadow Park. Credit- Suzy Lycett @boodlepim


Manuela Zinsberger

Not a lot of action for Arsenal’s number 1, but great to see another clean sheet.

7/10

Lotte Wubben-Moy

Nice to see some minutes for tonight’s captain, accurate passing and strong defense leading to a clean sheet.

7/10

Laia Codina

Strong challenges on Bristol’s counterattack to win the ball back. Moved out of position at half time up into the midfield and paired well with Caldentey in transitional moments.

7/10

Steph Catley

Replaced at half time, will be pivotal in upcoming matches against City with McCabe’s absence. 

7/10

Mariona Caldentey

Replaced by Wälti early in the second half, positive touches and pivots which was nice to see after she struggled to get into the game against Chelsea.

7/10

Beth Mead

Good speed down the right wing and quick crosses into the box. Great header across the goal to make it 4, followed by a powerful cross from outside the box to make it 5-0.

8/10

Frida Maanum

A goal at 7 minutes staked her claim in this match, followed by good hold-up and transition play.

7/10

Rosa Kafaji

Dribbled and attacked with intent and energy, was a shame none of her efforts resulted in a goal, but a promising 90 minutes for the young Swede.

7/10

Stina Blackstenius

2 goals inside 16 minutes, including a rocket from outside the box. Lots of speed at the front, creating chances throughout.

8/10

Kyra Cooney-Cross

Replaced at half time. Very quick on the transition and good pivot in the midfield, will be useful against City so good to be rested.

7/10

Katie Reid

Confident and full of energy from the start, strong on the ball and physical with her challenges. Good balls through to the forwards and wingers.

8/10

Leah Williamson (Sub, Half Time)

Subbed on at half time, expected to play in the midfield but she took over at centreback and played alongside fellow academy graduates Wubben-Moy and Reid.

7/10

Emily Fox (Sub, Half Time)

Half time substitute, fitted in seamlessly with good work rate down the right hand side.

7/10

Lia Wälti (Sub, 59 ’)

Replaced Caldentey early in the second half, acting as a stong pivot in the midfield and a commanding presence on the pitch.

7/10

Amanda Ilestedt (Sub, 79’)

Alessia Russo (Sub, 79’)

Subs not used: Van Domselaar, Wienroither, Peacock.


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