Mary Fowler scored a dramatic 95th-minute goal to help Manchester City secure a 2-1 win over Arsenal in the Women’s League Cup semi-final, avenging last Sunday’s defeat. Fowler had earlier opened the scoring with a stunning 26th-minute strike, but Arsenal’s Mariona Caldentey equalized with a penalty after the break. Despite a missed penalty, Fowler redeemed herself with a low strike into the bottom corner as extra time loomed. The win secured City a spot in the final against Chelsea on March 15 at Pride Park Stadium.
City manager Gareth Taylor was thrilled with the performance, as the victory marked an important morale boost after a disappointing loss in the Women’s Super League. The match was further complicated by the absence of top scorer Khadija Shaw, who withdrew from the semi-final after facing racist and misogynistic abuse following the previous match. Fowler’s late heroics ultimately delivered a much-needed win for City, keeping their hopes alive for silverware this season.
The victory was particularly sweet for City after Sunday’s painful defeat, and Fowler’s second-half redemption sealed their progression to the final. Arsenal, who had won the last two League Cup finals, were left to rue their missed opportunity as they failed to reach a third consecutive final.
Source: Swifteradio.com
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