ARSENAL beat Chelsea 2-1 after a late winner from impressive substitute Freya Jupp at the Emirates this afternoon.

Katie McCabe put the home side ahead on 27 minutes before Blues replacement Reanna Blades equalised with 10 minutes remaining with a low left-footed shot that evaded Manuela Zinsberger — prior to Jupp’s match-winning effort two minutes later in a lively finish.

On the win, McCabe said: “It was a terrific result and we know it’s only pre-season but it was nice to get the win, especially playing here at the Emirates. The game was played at a good pace and we’re looking forward to the start of the season.”