Man City v Arsenal Women WSL clash: Fowler & Park among players to manage Gunners

Our Arsenal Women face a tough task this weekend as we get set to travel to Manchester to take on league leaders Manchester City. Chelsea dropped points against Liverpool this weekend in a shock 4-3 win for the Scousers, and this weekend’s match could decide who lifts the WSL title this season. Our Arsenal Women will be hoping to end their season on a positive note and in good form. Here’s a look at which City players I think Arsenal should keep an eye on.

With Bunny Shaw missing due to a broken foot, City’s front line will obviously suffer, but they have plenty of options to step up and fill in, and their attack will still be as dangerous as ever. Australian Mary Fowler will undoubtedly start on the wing and will be confident after scoring two goals against Bristol City last weekend. The 21-year-old Matilda is fast, knows how to find the back of the net and is never afraid to take a shot from distance. She is up against Matilda compatriots Steph Catley, Caitlin Foord and Kyra Cooney-Cross, who all know exactly how good she can be when she gets going. Our defense will have to be in good shape and focused to make sure they don’t let her pass her.

Secondly, the young lioness Jessica Park. Park is a 22-year-old midfielder who has been brilliant for City and the England women’s team this season, with six goals and six assists (all competitions for City). Park has been a key part of City’s build-up play in the middle, linking play well with her teammates, and her rapid pace tends to catch many teams by surprise. She is dangerous wherever she is on the pitch and is something of an all-rounder, jumping forward and back when necessary. She will look to control the midfield and work with Fowler on the wing, creating space and stretching the play.

And finally, lioness Alex Greenwood. Greenwood is without a doubt one of the best defenders in the league and has had another great season for Manchester City this season. The 30-year-old brings a lot of experience and leadership to a squad made up mainly of the younger side, and is always an essential part of City’s backline. Our attackers will have to be quick and in shape if they want to get past Greenwood as she is never afraid of a tackle and will fight with her heart in hand.

This match could decide who lifts the trophy this season, and having already beaten City once this season, winning them twice would be great and a big positive as we end our season.

What do you think Gooners?