Arsenal manager Renee Slegers praised her team's character after they overcame a tough start against West Ham, which saw them fall behind 2-0 early on. However, the Gunners rallied with Chloe Kelly's goal just before halftime, followed by an impressive second-half performance to level the game. Goals from Katie McCabe and Leah Williamson brought them back, and Mariona Caldentey sealed the victory with a penalty. Slegers emphasized the importance of maintaining positive momentum and commended her players for their determination in defense during stoppage time to secure the win.
"It was a rollercoaster, this game. I think we put ourselves in a situation, we paint a scenario where we go 2-0 down. I'm not sure if that's happened before since I've been coaching the team and I'm just very proud of the team, how they show character and strength of coming back from such a scenario."
"But I think we've been talking about it before, when you create momentum, positive momentum, make sure you capitalise and I think, coming back to your question, that's what we did in that block in the second half."
"After conceding three and then forcing their way in front, Arsenal players put their bodies on the line in stoppage time to prevent West Ham from finding a last-gasp equaliser. Slegers hailed the effort and emphasised how much they wanted and needed the result."
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