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GOAL's Arsenal corespondent Charles Watts describes what it was like to be in Emirates Stadium for Reiss Nelson's dramatic winner against Bournemouth.

How had he got onto the pitch? Where on earth had the boy come from? “I suddenly saw this kid next to me that I had to give to security,” he laughed.

It was the first League Cup title for Arsenal since 2018 and the first under manager Jonas Eidevall, who took over the side in 2021.

While the second-half saw plenty of action from Chelsea, primarily through set-plays, it was a valiant Manuela Zinsberger who stood like a pillar between the sticks to ensure a well-deserved win for the Gunners. It was the first League Cup title for Arsenal since 2018 and the first under manager Jonas Eidevall, who took over the side in 2021. Eight minutes later, Catie McCabe was fouled in the box by Sophie Ingle and Kim Little made no mistake to convert from the spot.

Arsenal recovered from conceding an early goal to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in the Continental Cup final with Stina Blackstenius and Kim Little scoring for the ...

While Arsenal dominated possession and created chances much in the way they had the preceding week, there was a different energy to the side, a doggedness and, critically, they were far more clinical. Sophie Ingle tangled with Katie McCabe just inside the box and Little converted from the spot, sending Ann-Katrin Berger the wrong way and firing low to the keeper’s right. The [Chelsea goal] was a real test of character and I think we handled it brilliantly. “For most parts of the game we were doing a really good job and it’s about continuing to do that and doing it until perfection this time,” he said before the final. There is, of course, ambition for the club to go back and regain that position in women’s football. Kerr ended any hope of perfection in the second minute.

Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 in Sunday's Continental Cup final to end a four-year trophy drought and win their first silverware under Jonas Eidevall.

Both play again in the league on Wednesday night - Arsenal against Liverpool and the Blues against Brighton. THE BIG LOSER: Hayes tried her best to get Chelsea back into a game that was quickly running away from them but none of the tweaks in set-up or swapping of players seemed to work. THE MVP: Kim Little showcased her absolute class all game in midfield, allowing Arsenal to control proceedings almost entirely, particularly in the first half.

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At the end, I am happy, I wish that he rests well in peace." This is the football that we all want to play." I think we have deserved every win that we have had this season.

Arsenal injury news: The Gunners have a number of fitness concerns ahead of the Europa League meeting with Sporting CP.

Elneny has since penned a new deal at Arsenal as he closes in on a return. "It's a bit uncertain what will happen with him to be honest in the training sessions. The north London outfit welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates Stadium before club action pauses for a fortnight due to international fixtures. Elneny started in the FA Cup win over Oxford United and played the whole 90 minutes. After the game, Arteteta confirmed that Smith Rowe was fine, the Spaniard just wanted a different dynamic on the left wing. Eddie Nketiah had found himself on the bench for recent wins over Leicester and Everton following a slight drop in form. On Saturday, Jesus was pictured in an Arsenal training kit as celebrations took place around him. What Arteta has said: “We didn’t plan to throw him in so early. With that said, football.london has compiled all the latest injury news and expected return dates from north London. What Arteta has said: "Jorgi’s [Jorginho] is fine. Eddie Nketiah missed the clash with a knock while Leandro Trossard was subbed off after just 22 minutes. "We'll assess him and see how he is."

Former Arsenal defender Paul Merson has showered praise on the Gunners, calling them relentless and saying the are going to win the Premier League.

When the ball goes in the box, there aren't too many players in the box, they're more all out of the box to keep them pressed in, then the ball comes out and they go again. [By India Today Web Desk](/author/india-today-web-desk): Former Arsenal defender Paul Merson has showered praise on the Gunners, calling them relentless and saying the are going to win the Premier League. The former full-back said Bournemouth had the better chances in the game and will be devastated after coming back with a loss. He went on to say that the next three games will be defining for Arsenal. They just keep on going and don't know when they're beaten. Reiss Nelson scored a last-minute winner as Arsenal beat Bournemouth 3-2 in the Premier League.

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[Jorginho](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arteta-arsenal-transfer-jorginho-role-26392951) and Rob Holding are named in the starting line-up. 10 is still searching for match sharpness and rhythm having been out of action for so long and therefore will be pushing for a second chance to prove he is ready to step up when required. Alternatively, the Arsenal manager can turn to Emile Smith Rowe. If Gabriel Jesus isn't risked and Eddie Nketiah isn't fit enough to return, then Gabriel Martinelli is an option having played through the middle when the Belgian went off on Saturday. As these two key goal contributions came via a 20-minute spell off the bench, what better way to reward such a positive impact than with a start in the very next game? Although, with a Premier League title race to consider, it remains to be seen if [Mikel Arteta's](https://www.football.london/all-about/mikel-arteta) side can juggle both competitions as squad depth is sure to play a massive role. A combination of Gabriel Magalhaes' form and the Gunners losing in the FA Cup fourth round has ultimately contributed to the Poland international's lack of competitive minutes. Although, that could change on Thursday as the central defender could finally be handed his Arsenal debut. "We have alternatives. Let's see if we have the chance to do that, and if we want to manage the rotation in that way, it's a possibility. [the Spaniard told reporters](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-mikel-arteta-jakub-kiwior-26349514). [Arteta told reporters](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arteta-nketiah-jesus-arsenal-zinchenko-26383185).

Arsenal were 3-1 winners over Chelsea in the Continental Cup final, with Stina Blackstenius and Kim Little on the scoresheet after Sam Kerr's opener.

GOAL picks out the final's winners and losers... [Arsenal ended their four-year wait for a trophy on Sunday with a 3-1 win over Chelsea in the Continental Cup final](https://www.goal.com/en/news/trophy-drought-over-arsenal-end-four-year-wait-silverware-chelsea-conti-cup-final/blt3119a93b53e552a8), picking up the first silverware of the Jonas Eidevall era. The Gunners went into this game having only won one of their last 14 clashes with the Blues, the last of which came when Emma Hayes' side knocked them out of the FA Cup just seven days earlier.