Arsenal have lost their self-belief. Rediscovering it won't be straightforward

Arsenal’s confidence has taken a hit after a 4-2 loss to Manchester City, leaving the WSL side with only two wins in seven matches across all competitions. The defeat also underscores the gap to reigning champions City, with Arsenal sitting 10 points behind and earning just one win in five league games. The article contrasts Arsenal’s largely dominant stats—more possession, shots, shots on target, passes, touches in the box and better xG for much of the match—with City’s ability to close the game, including two comebacks in three league matches. Arsenal say they’ll conduct a full review of matchday and “everything in the background,” starting with training programmes.