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    Moment raging Ansu Fati kicks cooler and stairs in meltdown after Barcelona sub is made to warm up then sit back down

    BARCELONA star Ansu Fati lost his cool after Hansi Flick sent him to warm up but chose not to substitute him on against Celta Vigo.Fati spent the full 90 minutes on the bench as Barcelona came from behind to beat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday.Ansu Fati was left fuming after not being substituted on during Barcelona’s win over Celta VigoCredit: RexFati threw his bib to the groundCredit: daznHe kicked a cooler on the floorCredit: DAZNHe kicked the stairs up to the bench tooCredit: DAZNThe 22-year-old winger has been struggling for game-time this term, making just four La Liga appearances all season.And his frustrations boiled over when he was asked to warm up by gaffer Flick, only to be told to sit back down when he returned to the bench.The former Brighton loanee was spotted chucking his bib to the ground and kicking a pitch-side cooler in anger, before kicking the stairs on his way up to his seat too.Fans reacted to Fati’s fury on social media, with some suggesting that the La Masia graduate won’t be doing himself any favours.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOne wrote: “I get the frustration, but you can’t act like that. This will only hurt your chances even more”.While another added: “Sorry bro but anger solves nothing if the coach thinks you’re not good enough.”Others suggested that Fati’s frustration was understandable, wondering why he isn’t getting more minutes.A third commented: “Pau Victor subbed in but not Ansu?? C’mon flick!”Most read in FootballFati has struggled for minutes this seasonCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd a fourth posted: “I will never understand why Flick’s doing this to the boy”.He wasn’t the only member of the Barcelona setup to vent his frustrations during the game either.Barcelona coach SMASHES IPAD in fury as he appeals for penalty in La Liga clashA member of backroom staff was spotted SMASHING AN IPAD during appeals for a 98th minute penalty.The entire Barcelona bench were up in arms after Dani Olmo went down in the box deep into injury time, only for the referee to wave away any foul.That was until VAR intervened and sent the referee to the monitor to award the spot-kick.Raphinha dispatched the penalty to complete a spectacular comeback that had seen Barca turn around a 3-1 deficit in the second half.It was a valuable three points for the Catalan club who are now seven points clear of Real Madrid at the top of the table.A Barcelona coach threw his iPad to the ground in protest to a late penalty decisionCredit: xThe entire Barca bench was up in armsCredit: xRaphinha scored the winning penalty in added timeCredit: EPA More

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    Fulham vs Chelsea LIVE SCORE: Neto’s last-gasp strike earns Blues vital three points in London derby – latest updates

    CHELSEA have snatched a vital three points from their London rivals Fulham as they continue their Champions League charge.Alex Iwobi initially scored the opener to stun Enzo Maresca’s men before Blues youngster Tyrique George bagged his first-ever goal to put the sides on level terms.And just when it seemed as if the points would be shared, Pedro Neto scored a sublime strike to earn a crucial win for the Blues.RESULT: Fulham 1-2 ChelseaCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Neto heaps praise on George He said: “What a finish it was. He has been working with us for a while. “Today he showed what he can do, he scored a beautiful goal and we go from that.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopied’It is not easy’ Neto added: “I think it could be a big part of the season for us. We showed character. To be honest, I have no words.”It is not easy to spend all season in the top four and we were out before this game. “The character the team showed, we now need to think about Everton.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedHit and hope Pedro Neto admitted his wonder-goal came from just leathering it as hard as he could. He said: “When I received the ball, I just span around and shot as hard as I can. The ball went in. “The first one, Leno did an unbelievable save and I was so frustrated that the second one I had to put all the power into the shot.”Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedFull-time stats Possession – 40% – 60%Shots – 6-13Big chances – 0-1Corners – 5-4Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-2 Fulham – FULL-TIMENot quite a snatch-and-grab from the Blues but it teetered on it for much of the contest. The bitter rivals were separated by sheer quality in the end; two gorgeous strikes late in the second-half see Chelsea re-take their position in the top five. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-2 Fulham – GOAL93 – A goal deserving of winning a derby from MOTM contender Neto. A quick move engineered by midfield duo Caicedo and Fernández got the Blues up the pitch in seconds, beofre the latter’s cross deflected perfectly for their Portuguese winger to have a sweet crack at it and beyond Leno. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-1 Fulham90 – Six minutes have been added on. It will go beyond that as Carlos Vinícius hobbles off the ground after contact with Sánchez. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-1 Fulham88 – Gusto pulls up with hamstring discomfort and is replaced to former Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo, who gets a mixed reception with a smattering of you-know whats.Copy linkCopiedChelsea 1-1 Fulham – GOAL83 – And just like that we have a game. In search for an equaliser, the ball bundles itself to the path of substitute Tyrique George as he dispatches first-time past Leno and sparks some life into a contest that was meandering. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham77 – A couple subs to ring through: Chelsea: Jackson OUT, George IN. Fulham: Sessegnon and Tete OUT, Wilson and Castagne OUT. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham75 – Fulham launch a hopeful ball forward to Jiménez, which is dealt by Sánchez and offloaded to Caicedo. The Ecuadoran midfielder is fouled and in the act of wanting to restart quickly plays the resulting pass out of play. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham71 – The home side make their first change of the afternoon as the industrious Lukić comes off for Cairney. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham68 – Palmer finally has a chance to make his mark on the game as he goes driving into Fulham’s box. His shot blazes off target into the stand. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham65 – A moment of cat and mouse with Palmer and Pereira. The Fulham playmaker had seemingly jinked enough to win a corner, or so he thought, with referee Taylor and his assistants ruling a goal-kick to the dismay of many. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 FulhamThe official attendance has floated past the press pack with the figures standing at 27, 000. It feels double that inside Craven Cottage. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham55 – After a 15-second of “shoot” from the home support, Chelsea get the ball clear and into an advantageous potion with Jackson. The striker’s releases Neto with a clear sight on goal from yards out but Leno makes himself big, literally and figuratively, to stop an equaliser. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham52 – A bit more pip to Chelsea’s step. Play is worked out to Neto who sets up Gusto in open space. A curling shot on his unfavourable weak foot is easily handled by Leno but signs of hope are seemingly emerging. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham47 – Sancho’s introduction has shifted Neto to the right, but the industry and threat remains. He earns free-kick, which results in a corner that Fulham eventually deal with. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 FulhamAnd we’re back. Two changes from Maresca: Sancho and Gusto on, James and Madueke for the Blues. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham – Half-time statsPossession – 41% – 59%Shots – 2-4Big chances – 0-1Corners – 3-1Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham – HALF-TIMEFor much of the half, Chelsea were just participating to manage the gushing Fulham momentum that was coming from all four corners of the stadium aswell as on the pitch.Alex Iwobi dispatched the half’s only goal with composure. Chelsea have lacked it, and the fight to go with it. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham 45 – Over the set-piece, Andreas Pereira delivers a looping ball which is headed away before the unmarked Berge can do anything about it.A corner was the assumption but Anthony Taylor blows the whistle for half-time to the frustrations of the away fans. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham 43 – Fulham have managed to stave any potential signs of danger from Chelsea expertly. Intricate build-up play on the left between Neto, Fernández and Cucurella was marshalled before being seized away. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham 35 – Robinson snuffles out Madueke’s attempt to craft a chance out on the right wing. No real breathing room for Chelsea. Copy linkCopiedChelsea 0-1 Fulham 31 – A rarity for Chelsea, but they manage to break out of Fulham’s half with purpose. A move two-man led by Jakcson and Neto on the left wing, as the latter cross has too much pace for his striker to connect with.Promising no less. Copy linkCopied More

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    Former Liverpool star Fernando Morientes, 49, ‘almost died’ from pulmonary embolism that left him in hospital for days

    FORMER Liverpool star Fernando Morientes has opened up on a horror health scare that left him hospitalised for days. The retired forward suffered a pulmonary embolism – a serious condition where a blood clot obstructs an artery in the lungs.Fernando Morientes has opened up on a horror health scareCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdMorientes – now a TV commentator – suffered the frightening ordeal while travelling on a plane. He told Spanish radio station Tiempo de Juego: “I was feeling ill after so many trips. “On one of them, my chest started to hurt, a stabbing pain below my sternum. “I thought it was something stomach-related and didn’t want to go to the hospital. READ MORE IN football “But that night I felt something and immediately went to the doctor. “They started looking at my heart and saw nothing until they found an effusion in the pleura. It was a pulmonary embolism.”Explaining his blood clot, Morientes said: “It’s a clot that formed in my knee due to the excess air on the plane and in the stationary car. “My blood began to thicken in the air and rose to my lung. I spent five days in the hospital, almost dying.”Most read in FootballWhat are the symptoms of a pulmonary embolism?Symptoms of a pulmonary embolism include:difficulty breathing that comes on suddenlychest pain that’s worse when you breathe incoughing up bloodYou may also have pain, redness and swelling in one of your legs (usually the calf). These are symptoms of a blood clot, also called DVT (deep vein thrombosis).Source: The NHSMorientes spent only a season at Liverpool – signing from Real Madrid in 2005 – winning the FA Cup. In Madrid, the striker won two LaLiga titles and three Champions League trophies.Morientes joined Valencia after leaving Liverpool and later Marseille for a season before retiring in 2010. But in 2015 Morientes came out of retirement aged 38 to play for DAV Santa Ana – a non-league side.Morientes, now 49, briefly managed third-tier Spanish side Fuenlabrada but was sacked after eight months.The former Spanish international – capped 47 times with 27 goals – now commentates and provides TV punditry. Morientes is now a TV commentatorCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    Mykhailo Mudryk makes feelings clear on Chelsea ban with response to club’s Instagram post

    MYKHAILO MUDRYK appears to be missing life on the pitch amid his suspension following a failed drugs test.Mudryk, 24, is currently out of action after he was hit with a provisional suspension after he provided a positive result for an A-sample in late October.Mykhailo Mudryk has made his feelings on his drugs suspension clearCredit: APThe winger and Chelsea are now awaiting the result of the B-sample, which will confirm the original test if it also comes back positive – potentially leading to a FOUR YEAR ban.Mudryk has denied any wrongdoing, but hasn’t played for the Blues since November.And it looks like he is itching to return to the Stamford Bridge surface as he commented on Chelsea’s Instagram post throwing back to their clash against Fulham last season.Mudryk scored in that game, joining Armando Broja on the scoresheet securing a 2-0 victory at Craven Cottage.READ MORE ON CHELSEAAnd ahead of another visit to face the Cottagers, the £89m star posted a crying emoji underneath Chelsea’s post of the previous fixture.Mudryk hasn’t played football since November 2024, in a 2-0 victory over Heidenheim in the Uefa Conference League.He’s kept a low profile since his suspension, but was spotted ringside for the Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury fight in Saudi Arabia last December.After his positive test was initially announced, Mudryk defended himself on Instagram.Most read in FootballMudryk posted a crying emoji on Chelsea’s postCredit: instagramJoin SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford BridgeHe wrote: “I can confirm that I have been notified that a sample I provided to The FA contained a banned substance.”This has come as a complete shock as I have never knowingly used any banned substances or broken any rules, and am working closely with my team to investigate how this could have happened.Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk facing FOUR YEAR ban after failing drugs test”I know that I have not done anything wrong and remain hopeful that I will be back on the pitch soon. I cannot say any more now due to the confidentiality of the process, but I will as soon as I can.”Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has publicly declared the club’s backing of the forward too.He said: “We support and we trust Misha. Trust means that we believe Misha.”We support Misha and then we see. We are all sad. Me, the club, the players, we are all there.”What drug did Mudryk take?By SunSport’s Joshua JonesMYKHAILO MUDRYK returned a positive sample for a drugs test in October.The Chelsea winger could face a ban for up to four years – because the drug was a performance-enhancing substance.It is alleged Mudryk had the drug meldonium in his system.Meldonium – aka mildronate – is a metabolic modulator similar to insulin and is widely used in Eastern Europe.It is used in heart disease therapy but is also claimed to enable athletes to withstand greater stress, use oxygen more sparingly and restore energy levels quickly.Meldonium was added to the World Anti-Doping Agency banned list in January 2016 following its high prevalence at the 2015 European Games in Baku.Just months later, former tennis world No1 and Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova was banned for two years by the International Tennis Federation – although this was later cut to 15 months on appeal.Sharapova had been taking the drug for ten years for various health issues and claimed she was unaware it had been added to the banned list.Also in 2016, Russian boxer Alexander Povetkin was found to have traces of meldonium in his system before he was due to fight fellow heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder. More

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    Mason Greenwood called out by fuming Marseille fans who display huge banner but ex-Man Utd man responds in style

    MARSEILLE fans displayed a huge banner directed at Mason Greenwood during their 5-1 win over Montpellier on Saturday.Fuming supporters took aim at Greenwood and teammate Luis Henrique with a message displayed in the stands. Mason Greenwood was targeted by Marseille fans in their clash with MontpellierCredit: GettySupporters unfurled a banner that said ‘Greenwood, Henrique, get a move on’Credit: XTeammate Luis Henrique was also targeted by the bannerCredit: AFPGreenwood, 23, has had a mixed campaign at Marseille that has seen him come under fire for a lack of effort by manager Roberto De Zerbi despite being the second top scorer in Ligue 1.And it appears that Marseille fans have started to lose patience with the former Manchester United forward too.They unfurled a banner that read: “Greenwood, Henrique, get a move on!!!”Despite some fans claiming that the the banner could be suggesting that the pair should leave the club, it seems more likely that it is encouraging them to put in more effort.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIf that is the case then it certainly worked, as Greenwood went on to score twice as Marseille jumped into second place in Ligue 1.De Zerbi didn’t hold back when assessing Greenwood’s efforts earlier in the season.The former Brighton manager said: “No one can have more respect for him that I do. But that doesn’t change anything. “I expect more from him. He has to do more, because what he is currently showing is not enough.Most read in FootballGreenwood responded brilliantly by scoring twiceCredit: AFPThe former Man Utd forward is the second top scorer in Ligue 1Credit: AFPCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“If he wants to achieve his ambition of becoming a champion, he has to be more consistent, sacrifice more and be more determined.”While Marseille sporting director Medhi Benatia has had to furiously deny claims that two senior players at the club have refused to play with Greenwood this week.Mason Greenwood to switch allegiance to JamaicaClaims in France suggested that former Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and ex-Paris Saint-Germain star Adrien Rabiot have refused to play alongside the star.Reports claimed that Hojbjerg had gone to Benatia’s office to call for the removal of Greenwood and teammate Henrique from the squad.In an interview with La Provence via RMC Sport, Benatia said: “Can you imagine? He didn’t come to see me. “And what’s more, do you think I need a player to tell me that? “Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is one of the most professional in the locker room, a guy who only wants to unite and carry everyone along with him, like Rabiot.”Today, Adri is dying inside, he only wants one thing: to reach the Champions League. “These two are truly two examples, and at no point did they come to see me to dismiss Luis Henrique or Greenwood. The people who say that don’t want the best for OM.”Marseille sporting director Medhi Benatia rubbished claims that two players had refused to play with GreenwoodCredit: Getty More

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    Antony breaks silence on relationship with Ruben Amorim after Man Utd boss shipped £86m flop out on loan to Real Betis

    ANTONY has opened up on his relationship with Ruben Amorim after the Manchester United manager sent him out on loan in January.Antony, 25, was loaned out to Spanish side Real Betis in the winter window after failing to live up to his mega £86m price tag at Old Trafford.Antony has opened up on his relationship with Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyAntony has revived his career with Real Betis since being sent on loanCredit: GettyThe Brazilian has returned to his form of old in Spain, registering eight goal contributions in 16 appearances for Betis.It’s a vast improvement on his numbers at United, where he scored just one league goal across the last two seasons with the Red Devils.Now the former Ajax winger has explained that he holds no bad blood with Amorim for shipping him out, instead complimenting the Portuguese manager for the little time they did spent working together.He told ESPN Brazil: “I’ve only had a short time working with [Amorim], but he’s a very good coach. A very intelligent coach.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”United are going through a difficult time at the moment, but he’s a good coach.”I had a good relationship with him, but I needed a new challenge and I wish him all the luck in the world in this final stretch of the season.”Antony gave a similarly glowing review of Erik ten Hag, who signed him for United in 2022 and managed him during his time at Ajax.He added: “Erik ten Hag is a coach I’m very grateful to.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford”He helped me a lot in the Netherlands, and in England too, even though the opportunities didn’t come the way I wanted to.”But that’s the coach’s choice, I don’t hold any grudges or anything. On the contrary, I’m very grateful for everything he’s done with me, for all the conversations too.Man Utd legend Nicky Butt cautioned for head-butting security guard at his 50th birthday party with other football stars”He’s a coach who will certainly be in this story because he helped me a lot.”Antony is clearly enjoying his time at Betis and Betis CEO Ramon Alarcon recently claimed that the star wants to extend his stay at the Villamarin Stadium.While United boss Amorim has suggested that Antony’s revival might be down to Spanish football’s less physical style.Speaking to TNT Sports, he said: “When you play against any team in England, the physicality is there. If you don’t have physicality, you will struggle a lot.’Antony is so much better now in Spain. It’s [because of] a lot of factors but I guarantee you it’s physicality.”Amorim has said Antony is thriving away from the English physicalityCredit: Getty More

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    Ollie Watkins sends message to Aston Villa boss Emery and admits he’s FUMING at being dropped for Champions League games

    OLLIE WATKINS was left “fuming” over his Champions League axe.The  striker scored as Aston Villa sunk top-five rivals Newcastle — four days after being benched for their defeat by Paris Saint-Germain.Villa striker Ollie Watkins didn’t hold back over his feelingsCredit: Sky SportsUnai Emery’s Champions League selection angered WatkinsCredit: RexWatkins celebrated his opener in the 4-1 win over NewcastleCredit: GettyOn boss Unai Emery’s snub, Watkins said: “I was fuming I wasn’t playing after I played 20 minutes against PSG in both games.“I let him know that. He’s the manager and I respect his decision.“But I’m not one of those players happy to sit on the bench.“Rather than let it hinder you, you have to use that anger and let it spur you on to prove the manager different.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I found myself out of the team for a few games so today I was raring to go and  wasn’t going to let that opportunity slip.“The manager is going to have a headache as I’m banging on the door asking why I’m not playing.”Watkins netted after just 33 seconds and set up Villa’s crucial second goal in the rout.Emery’s men sit sixth in the table, level on points with Nottingham Forest in fifth and two points off third-placed Toon.Most read in FootballWatkins took only 33 seconds to make the breakthroughCredit: GettyBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThis win followed their painful exit to PSG and Emery praised Watkins’ inspiring performance.Spanish gaffer Emery said: “To be angry is  fantastic. To play like he did today is fantastic.Heartwarming moment Matty Cash’s reporter sister tells him she loves him after Aston Villa’s PSG defeat“Last week he helped  us out, too. On Tuesday, he played 20 minutes.“His commitment is always high to get to  his best and this is what we want and need.“This morning I was speaking with some  players about how they feel. It is a real key moment to find our best.”On their quarter-final exit to PSG, Emery added: “We have to feel angry when we are not winning.“Of course we enjoyed the Champions League — we have to be proud of our effort but we lost.“I’m very proud of how the players responded.”Jason Tindall,  in interim charge at Toon while Eddie Howe recovers from pneumonia, admitted his team were well beaten.After a five-game Prem winning streak, he said: “It was a difficult evening.Read More on The Sun“First half I thought  we did well off the back of the early setback.“Maybe it was one step too far and three games in six days was too much physically for the players.” More

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    Renee Slegers reckons Arsenal can turn fight for Women’s Champions League final spot around

    RENEE SLEGERS vows Arsenal will use memories of their past trouncing of Lyon to keep their Champions League final hopes alive. Her Gunners fell to a narrow 2-1 loss on Saturday afternoon after Melchie Dumornay’s goal thwarted the chance of a draw.Kadidiatou Diani gave Lyon a 17th-minute lead at the Emirates after her strike was found to be onside following a VAR checkCredit: GettyArsenal won a second-half penalty after Lyon keeper Christiane Endler was adjudged to have fouled Leah Williamson whilst attempting to punch the ball awayCredit: AlamyMariona Caldentey levelled the match with her spot-kick after sending Endler the wrong way with 12 minutes of normal time remainingCredit: AlamyBut Dumornay, pictured with celebrating with Lyon skipper Wendi Renard, restored her side’s lead in the 82nd minuteCredit: GettyThe visitors’ first-leg semis triumph ensured ex-Arsenal boss Joe Montemurro made his return to the Emirates a victorious one.The Gunners now face the challenge having to stun their rivals on the road with the French giants carrying a one-goal advantage. And they hope to win their second leg battle by at least two goals with a spot battling Barcelona or Chelsea in the final at stake.The last time the North London side appeared in the contest’s decider was in 2007 when they lifted the trophy after beating Umea in a two-legged tie. Read More Football StoriesArsenal gaffer Slegers, whose team visit Lyon next Sunday, said: “We’re not happy with the result, because we did really well getting the equaliser and that was the least we wanted. “And after that goal we felt like we could potentially score another. “As the game turned out, especially in the second half, the draw or  the win was what we were going for.”The last time Arsenal took on Lyon away in the Champions League was during the group stage of the contest almost three years ago. Most read in FootballBack in October 2022 they demolished the French giants 5-1 with Beth Mead and Caitlin Foord both netting twice with Frida Maanum also on the scoresheet. However the Lyon team they will battle in the second leg next Sunday will be quite different to the side they faced back then. Aside from Dumornay their attacking options currently includes Kadidiatou Diani and Tabitha Chawinga with the former among the scorers in today’s game. However, Slegers is bullish about her side’s chances of turning things around.The Gunners head coach adds: “Arsenal has done it before against Lyon away and has won by big numbers.”It’s going to be on a pitch, 11 versus 11, and we have all the opportunities to win that game next Sunday.”With Real Madrid getting dispatched in Europe by Arsenal’s women’s and men’s sides, the hosts came into this game full of confidence. However it was Lyon who struck first snatching a 17th-minute lead through Diani’s bottom-corner strike, following a fairly balanced opening quarter Her opener was initially disallowed before a VAR check showed she had been played onside with Arsenal’s defence caught out by her pace and one long ball forward. Later Dumornay hit the crossbar with a chipped effort after spotting keeper Manuela Zinsberger off her line. And there was a scary moment for the hosts when skipper Leah Williamson dropped to the turf in pain before getting up moments later after getting caught on the shin by the Lyon forward.And the hosts almost levelled proceedings with an effort from Alessia Russo striking the crossbarArsenal cranked up the intensity of their attack in the second-half. This eventually paid off when they won a pen after a VAR check found goalkeeper Christiane Endler had struck Williamson while trying to punch the ball away. Mariona Caldentey converted for hosts in the 78th minute. But hopes of a point were wrecked by Dumornay’s ruthless 82nd-minute striking flying past Gunners keeper Manuela Zinsberger after a rapid counter.Despite Arsenal’s loss Montemurro praised how far the team had come since time in charge. And the Lyon boss, whose players are so far still unbeaten in this term’s contest, admits his side suffered before sealing their first-leg victory. Montemurro said: “I’m not sure there are many people that come to this iconic stadium against a very good team and expect to not suffer a little bit. “And we suffered, but it balanced itself out in the end.Lyon boss Joe Montemurro reckons the pressure may be off Arsenal in the second leg despite his side’s one-goal advantageCredit: Getty”It’s not over yet. This thing is not over and maybe the pressure has been taken off Arsenal. Read More on The Sun”They’re 2-1 down, they’re coming to Lyon and whatever happens, happens. “But it’s a dangerous scenario and they’re a good team.” More