By Connor Armstrong
SUMMARY
Arsenal’s defence of the Continental Cup ended with a 1-0 defeat against Manchester City on Sunday.
The Gunners had the better opportunities and repeatedly came close to breaking the deadlock before Jennifer Beattie delivered a late sucker-punch.
Dan Carter saw a rifled effort cannon back off the crossbar, moments after firing over from close range after Asisat Oshoala’s shot had been parried.
Beattie turned the ball home from close range to deliver a blow to Arsenal’s hopes.
Kelly Smith was just inches away from equalising in the 85th minute, but City captain Steph Houghton cleared the ball on the line.