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The first Barclays Women's Super League clash of 2026 saw 10-player Manchester United maintain the deadlock to draw 0-0 with European champions Arsenal.

Despite a strong start from the Reds at the Emirates Stadium, it was the home side who dominated the majority of the game. United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce was called into action on multiple occasions but proved too strong to beat, as a late save denied Victoria Pelova from keeping all three points in north London. Canada international Jayde Riviere received a second yellow card with 25 minutes left on the clock after a late foul on Caitlin Foord. However, defensive resilience ensured we were able to take a point from the capital. Positively, January signings Lea Schuller and Hanna Lundkvist both entered the field to make their debuts in the second half for United, who stay fourth in the WSL table, just one point behind the Champions League positions, currently occupied by Arsenal, Chelsea and leaders Manchester City.

The encounter in north London was United Women's first outing of 2026.

FIRST HALF
The Reds started the game on the front foot and were...