On Wednesday evening, Frida Maanum scored a remarkable goal for Arsenal against Bayern Munich, although Bayern won 1-0 in the first leg of their Women’s Champions League quarter-final tie. Arsenal aimed to reverse the outcome of the tie in the return leg at the Emirates Stadium, and they succeeded in leveling the score with Maanum’s impressive goal just 19 minutes into the match in north London.
Additionally, Arsenal exhibited some impressive one-touch football as they passed the ball around elegantly.
The move leading to Maanum’s goal was initiated by a delightful back-heel from Leah Williamson, which then set up Maanum to strike the ball fiercely into the top corner from outside the box. The goal was so exceptional that it quickly gained popularity on social media, with many sharing the video. You can view the goal below…
WHAT A STUNNER BY FRIDA MAANUM TO LEVEL THE TIE UP FOR ARSENAL!!!
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🇩🇪 https://t.co/YlEs7drA2Z pic.twitter.com/p9q4xWIx5k— DAZN Football (@DAZNFootball) March 29, 2023
The build up. The flicks. The goal.
Oh My Days! What a goal for Frida Maanum 🚀 pic.twitter.com/7Ewr0xKU8F
— AWFCLIPS (@awfclips) March 29, 2023
Maanum’s goal undoubtedly ranks among the best goals of 2023 thus far, as the move leading up to the strike was exceptional, and Maanum’s execution of the shot was flawless. Ian Wright, who was present at the Emirates Stadium, was caught on camera celebrating the goal. You can view his reactions below…
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— Ian Wright (@IanWright0) March 29, 2023
Wright’s jubilant celebrations continued shortly after as Arsenal scored their second goal of the night, thanks to Stina Blackstenius. Katie McCabe provided a sumptuous cross, and Blackstenius’ header from close range gave Arsenal a 2-1 lead on aggregate.
However, there were no further goals for the rest of the half.