MANFIELD, England (Interstat) — Arsenal FC defeated Mansfield Town 2-1 in a Women’s FA Cup match Saturday at One Call Stadium, a result that contradicted statistical forecasts favoring the home side.

Noni Madueke opened the scoring for Arsenal in the 41st minute. Mansfield’s Will Evans equalized nine minutes later, assisted by Stephen McLaughlin. Eberechi Eze netted the decisive goal for Arsenal in the 66th minute, with Lucas Akins providing the assist.

The physical contest featured six yellow cards, including bookings for goal-scorers Eze and Evans. Arsenal remains undefeated across all competitions this season, while Mansfield Town’s record levels at 1-1.