Summary
Olivia Smith made a remarkable debut for Arsenal in the Women's Super League, scoring an impressive goal that helped Arsenal win after being initially behind. Smith, who recently joined Arsenal for a significant transfer fee, demonstrated her skill and justified her high price in her first game.
Key Facts
- Olivia Smith scored a decisive goal in her first game for Arsenal.
- She joined Arsenal after a transfer fee of £1 million, initially being the world's most expensive female footballer.
- Arsenal was trailing 1-0 to London City Lionesses before Smith's goal led to a comeback.
- Smith's goal was scored from a distance and was praised as a potential goal of the season.
- She previously played for Liverpool, scoring seven goals in her debut WSL season.
- Smith is a Canada international, having debuted for the national team at age 15.
- Her performance included high engagement, with more shots and touches in the box than anyone else on the field.
- The game was played in front of over 38,000 fans.
