Joe Montemurro praises Arsenal Women's character after 'big win' over Liverpool defies injury crisis

At the double | Vivianne Miedema notched twice for Arsenal Women against Liverpool
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Jack Rosser @JackRosser_14 February 2020

Arsenal Women manager Joe Montemurro has hailed the character of his side as they continue to battle on in the Women's Super League (WSL) title race despite facing a raft of injury problems.

Vivianne Miedema's brace helped third-placed Arsenal on their way to a 3-2 win over Liverpool on Thursday night, moving them to within three points of leaders Manchester City.

Montemurro has suffered a number of long-term injuries to his squad but was able to welcome back summer signing Jen Beattie against Liverpool.

"It was a big win," said Montemurro. "All of the big teams find a way and that goes for the other two teams challenging at the top. Chelsea played against Liverpool and dropped points.

"You have to find a way sometimes and that shows the character and the real belief this team has, even with the situation we’re in with players out.

"We’ve been stretched for a while, it’s disappointing that the injuries have been long-term scenarios.

"One of the big changes in today’s game was when Jen Beattie came on and I think the ball speed just stepped up and we were able to find passes a lot better.

"I think Jen has been a big miss over the last few weeks."

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