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Slegers feels support from Arsenal hierarchy despite dismal run
Arsenal manager Renée Slegers credits board backing as she prepares for big test against Manchester City.
In brief
Arsenal manager Renée Slegers credits board backing as she prepares for big test against Manchester City. Arsenal manager Renée Slegers says she has received strong support from Arsenal’s board despite a poor run, vowing to improve before Sunday’s crucial match against Manchester City. Originally reported by the…
Slegers under pressure
Renée Slegers has overseen only one win in five matches and Arsenal have slipped seven points behind WSL leaders Manchester City.
Slegers praises board support
Slegers says she has felt the full support of Arsenal’s board and praised senior players for showing 'monumental leadership' this week.
“monumental leadership”
Slegers on recent performance
Arsenal let slip a two-goal lead to draw at Paris FC in the Women’s Champions League and scored only twice in four league games.
Slegers on team response
Slegers praised her squad for their response, saying players have been 'brilliant' and captains showed 'monumental leadership'.
“brilliant”
Slegers on Sunday’s challenge
Arsenal face Manchester City, who have a 100% WSL record this season and won all home league matches since Andrée Jeglertz took over in summer 2025.
Slegers vows improvement
Slegers says she will use team emotions to fuel improvement and believes Arsenal can overcome current challenges.
The key point
Arsenal manager Renée Slegers says she has received strong support from Arsenal’s board despite a poor run, vowing to improve before Sunday’s crucial match against Manchester City.
