Jonas Eidevall’s side came out the blocks well at Meadow Park and dominated the vast majority of possession in the early stages.
Caitlin Foord’s header from Mariona Caldentey’s cross to the back-post would eventually give them the lead, with the Ballon d’Or nominee grabbing an assist on her competitive debut for the club.
It was a relatively faultless performance from Arsenal in the first half, with the only complaint being that they didn’t add to their lead as far as they were concerned.
Foord came close to doubling her tally on the evening but was denied well by Victoria Esson in the Rangers goal.
Managers
We’ll be hearing from both Jonas Eidivall and Jo Potter shortly.
More to follow.
What’s next?
Arsenal will kick the 2024/25 Women’s Super League campaign off with a clash against last season’s runners up Manchester City.
The game will kick off at 12.30pm on September 22 and you can watch it live on Sky Sports+.
It will be the first of eight home games played at the Emirates Stadium this season, after the venue was confirmed as the new main home for Arsenal Women.
