April 11, 2002

Arsenal gunned down by Doncaster

AXA FA Premier League, 2001-2002 National Division

April 11, 2002
Doncaster Belles 4 Arsenal 0

Standings PL W D L GF GA PTS
1 Arsenal 14 12 1 1 42 12 37
2 Doncaster 14 10 2 2 49 18 32
3 Leeds Utd 17 7 5 5 34 27 26
4 Charlton 15 8 1 6 36 20 25
5 Brighton & H 17 7 3 7 19 29 24
6 Everton 16 7 2 7 28 27 23
7 Southampton 17 5 3 9 18 32 18
8 Tranmere 14 4 3 7 22 34 15

9 Barry Town 14 2 3 9 18 40 9
10 Sunderland 16 1 5 10 14 41 8

Commentary

Colin Aldis

A real shock for the gunners, as they lose their first league match of the season. Although we would need to check the record books for the last 10 years, letting in 4 goals is unheard of? Fortunately for the London club it may not matter, as they have to play the two bottom clubs, but still face a tricky trip to Charlton before the match at home to Leeds.
The win for Belles will give them the confidence to finish with 4 wins before taking on Fulham in the FA Cup Final.