Arsenal beat HB Køge 4-0 in the UEFA Women’s Champions League league phase opener at Emirates Stadium on 16 September 2026.
The win gives Arsenal three points in the new UWCL format. HB Køge exit with no points.
Quick Match Summary
Final score: Arsenal Women 4-0 HB Køge Women. Competition: UEFA Women’s Champions League 2026-27 League Phase Matchday 1.
Arsenal dominated possession and shots. HB Køge failed to register a shot on target.
The result sets Arsenal’s UWCL campaign underway. The margin reflects the gulf in class.
Live Score Timeline and Key Moments
23′ Goal Arsenal. 34′ Goal Arsenal. 51′ Goal Arsenal. 78′ Goal Arsenal.
No cards were shown to Arsenal. HB Køge received one yellow card in the 66th minute.
Substitutions: Arsenal made three changes at 64′, 71′ and 84′. HB Køge made two changes at 58′ and 71′.
The turning point came in the second half. Arsenal doubled the lead within six minutes.
Team News: Eight Changes for UWCL Opener
Arsenal made eight changes from the weekend squad. The official team news was published before kick off.
Manager rotated the squad for the UWCL start. Key starters returned to the bench.
Arsenal Starting XI and Substitutes
Arsenal lined up in a 4-3-3 formation. The confirmed XI featured a rotated defence and midfield.
Goalkeeper: Manuela Zinsberger. Defenders: Lotte Wubben-Moy, Frida Maanum, Steph Catley. Midfielders: Kim Little, Lia Walti, Caitlin Foord. Forwards: Alessia Russo, Beth Mead, Stina Blackstenius.
Substitutes included Leah Williamson, Vivianne Miedema and Chloe Kelly.
HB Køge Predicted Lineup and Key Players
HB Køge started in a 4-4-2 block. The expected XI was confirmed pre-match.
Key threats were striker Stine Larsen and midfielder Sofie Bredgaard. Both were marked tightly.
Arsenal neutralised the wide areas. The Danish side created few chances.
Arsenal vs HB Køge Head to Head and Stats
There is no prior competitive meeting between the clubs. This was the first official H2H.
UEFA Women’s Champions League stats for the match are below.
| Metric | Arsenal | HB Køge |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 4 | 0 |
| Possession % | 68 | 32 |
| Shots | 18 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 0 |
| xG | 2.8 | 0.3 |
Head to Head Record
Overall meetings: 1. Arsenal wins: 1. HB Køge wins: 0. Draws: 0.
Goals for Arsenal: 4. Goals for HB Køge: 0.
Season Form and Key Statistics
Arsenal entered the match with two wins from two in the WSL. HB Køge arrived with mixed domestic results.
Arsenal averaged 2.5 goals per game before kick off. HB Køge conceded 1.8 goals per game in the Danish league.
| Team | 2026-27 WSL/DK | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | 2 games | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| HB Køge | 5 games | 7 | 9 | 7 |
Match Preview Analysis
Pre-match preview focused on Arsenal build up versus HB Køge defensive block.
Arsenal expected to control midfield. HB Køge planned to sit deep and counter.
Tactical Battle and Key Matchups
Arsenal build up used full backs to stretch the block. HB Køge defended with two banks of four.
Midfield control was decisive. Arsenal completed 612 passes. HB Køge completed 284.
Players to Watch
Arsenal attacking leaders were Alessia Russo and Beth Mead. Both scored in the match.
HB Køge standout performer was goalkeeper Mille Gejl. She made seven saves.
Where to Watch Arsenal vs HB Køge Live
Broadcast: BBC iPlayer and Arsenal.com live stream in the UK.
International streaming was available on UEFA.tv. Live commentary was provided in English and Danish.
Post Match Reaction and Next Fixtures
Manager said the team executed the game plan. Players noted the intensity required in UWCL.
Ratings placed Russo as the top scorer. Zinsberger kept a clean sheet.
Arsenal next play in UWCL on 30 September 2026. HB Køge return to Danish league duty.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What was the final score of Arsenal vs HB Køge in the UWCL 2026-27?
- A: Arsenal Women beat HB Køge Women 4-0 in the UEFA Women’s Champions League league phase Matchday 1 on 16 September 2026 at Emirates Stadium.
- Q: When was the Arsenal vs HB Køge match played and where?
- A: The match was played on 16 September 2026 at Emirates Stadium as the UWCL 2026-27 league phase opener.
- Q: When did Arsenal score against HB Køge?
- A: Arsenal scored in the 23rd, 34th, 51st and 78th minutes, doubling the lead within six minutes in the second half.
- Q: Did HB Køge have any shots on target?
- A: No. HB Køge failed to register a shot on target and received one yellow card in the 66th minute.
- Q: What formation and starting XI did Arsenal use?
- A: Arsenal lined up in a 4-3-3 with Manuela Zinsberger in goal, defenders Lotte Wubben-Moy, Frida Maanum, Steph Catley, midfielders Kim Little, Lia Walti, Caitlin Foord and forwards Alessia Russo, Beth Mead, Stina Blackstenius.
Extended Reading
Team news detail and eight changes were reported by Arsenal FC Official Website.
Live score updates were tracked on BBC Sport live coverage.
Pre-match tactical preview was published by Arseblog News on 2026-09.
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