
Arsenal moved closer to a Women's Champions League quarter-final clash with Chelsea after thrashing OH Leuven 4-0 in the first leg of their play-off tie.
Frida Maanum scored twice, while Olivia Smith and Alessia Russo added the other goals. Arsenal were two up within 30 minutes and dominated throughout, with Leuven struggling to create chances.
Arsenal coach Renee Slegers praised her players for executing the game plan perfectly. Smith will miss the second leg due to a one-match suspension, while Kim Little celebrated her 400th appearance for the club.
The Gunners now hold a commanding lead ahead of the second leg in London, with the winner set to face Chelsea in the quarter-finals.
