Arsenal’s win exposes Eidevall’s selection dilemmas
Mana Iwabuchi looked upset on her introduction in the 93rd minute of Arsenal’s 2-0 defeat of Liverpool for her first minutes of the season. Meanwhile, Dutch record goalscorer Vivianne Miedema, who came off the bench for the second game in a row, was seen conversing intently with manager Jonas Eidevall at the final whistle. “That is internal,” he said when asked what they had discussed. In reply to a question about whether Miedema was disappointed not to start those games, he said: “I can’t speak on behalf of other players but, of course.” Balancing the expectations of a squad brimming with quality is never easy. While Arsenal are winning, and winning in style, it lifts the pressure on Eidevall’s decision making. How good a manager he is will be most evident come the transfer windows. Suzanne Wrack
