What a difference a week makes for Arsenal Women.Last Sunday we were reflecting on the end of pre-season and looking ahead to Brighton. Seven days later, Renée Slegers’ side have their first three Women’s Super League points on the board, another major summer signing through the door and now know exactly who awaits them in the Champions League.There has been plenty happening around the women’s team, with Arsenal.com providing the official updates throughout the week.Baum brilliance earns Arsenal opening-day victoryArsenal began their 2026/27 WSL campaign in exactly the way Slegers would have wanted, securing a 1-0 victory away to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday.And the decisive moment came from one of Arsenal’s new arrivals.Lisa Baum marked her competitive Arsenal debut with a spectacular winning goal, giving the Gunners the breakthrough and ultimately all three points at Broadfield Stadium.After all the changes to the squad this summer, getting off the mark immediately was important. Pre-season had ended positively with victories over Paris FC and Charlton Athletic, but this was the first result that actually counted.It may only have been 1-0, but opening-day away victories are rarely something to complain about.Slegers was particularly pleased with the impact of her new players afterwards, and Baum could hardly have dreamed of a better introduction to WSL football.(Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)Another major arrival as De Almeida joins ArsenalThere was also late business in the transfer market this week as Arsenal completed the permanent signing of Élisa De Almeida from Paris Saint-Germain.The 28-year-old France international brings considerable experience to Slegers’ defence after five seasons with PSG.De Almeida adds another proven option to what has been a major overhaul of the Arsenal squad this summer and further increases the competition for places.After seeing so many new faces arrive during the window, the real challenge now is turning that impressive collection of players into a settled side capable of challenging on every front.Arsenal handed blockbuster Champions League drawSpeaking of challenging on every front, Arsenal also discovered their opponents in the 2026/27 UEFA Women’s Champions League league phase.And there will certainly be no shortage of glamorous European nights.The Gunners, who won the Women’s Champions League in May 2025, have been drawn against Lyon, Barcelona, Benfica, Paris FC, HB Køge and Inter Milan.Barcelona and Lyon immediately stand out, while there will also be a quick reunion with Paris FC after Arsenal beat the French side 1-0 during pre-season last month.It is a formidable-looking collection of opponents, but these are exactly the games Arsenal should want to be involved in.The league phase will provide a serious examination of Slegers’ new-look squad and should also tell us plenty about just how far Arsenal can go in Europe this season.Crystal Palace next at the EmiratesFor now, though, attention returns to the WSL.Arsenal’s next assignment is Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 13, giving the Gunners an opportunity to build immediately on today’s victory at Brighton.Three points on the opening weekend, another experienced defender added to the squad and some huge European fixtures to look forward to.Not a bad week at all for Arsenal Women.What did you make of Arsenal’s opening-day performance, Gooners? And which of those Champions League fixtures are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsArsenal Women Weekly Round-Up: Brighton beaten, Baum shines and huge UWCL draw6 September 2026, 20:30Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea: Odegaard winner and Raya heroics settle thrilling London derby6 September 2026, 19:00Confirmed Arsenal Team v Chelsea in huge Emirates clash. Havertz leads the line.6 September 2026, 15:15The post Arsenal Women Weekly Round-Up: Brighton beaten, Baum shines and huge UWCL draw appeared first on Just Arsenal News.