Arsenal set a new Women’s Super League (WSL) attendance record as a crowd of 59,042 watched Jonas Idwell’s side beat Chelsea 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
The north-London team had previously held the attendance record after drawing 54,115 in their home match against Liverpool in October earlier this season.
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A brace from Alessia Russo and goals from Beth Mead and Amanda Ellstad helped Arsenal move level on points with Chelsea, who remain in first place due to their superior goal difference.
Attendances in the WSL have increased by 200% since England’s victory at Euro 2022 and Arsenal have consistently drawn high numbers for their games over the past two seasons.
Five of the six WSL games that have attracted crowds of more than 40,000 have been held in the Emirates. The club had a crowd of 60,063 for the Champions League semi-final against Wolfsburg last season.
“Breaking our own WSL attendance record is another historic moment. We are proud of our women’s team, our fantastic supporters and our passionate people at our club – all of whom have contributed to this moment. The hard work that has got us this far “We will continue to remain focused on strengthening our relationship with our supporters,” Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham said in a statement on Sunday.
“It has been encouraging to see the growth in attendance and broadcast viewing figures across the WSL this season. We want to ensure we continue to deliver this level of support season after season as we accelerate the continued growth of the women’s game. Are.”
Arsenal’s next WSL match at the Emirates is against Manchester United in February and the club have announced that it is the fastest-selling women’s game in the club’s history, with 25,000 tickets already sold.