Arsenal Ladies' terrific cup run came to an end today. Arsenal had much the better of the first half, coming back from a goal down to lead 2-1. One of Arsenal's goals came from a dodgy penalty when the the ball bounced up off the dodgy turf and handball was given, but the lead was well deserved at that stage. Belles equalised just before half-time, and went on to have the better of the second half.

But let's take this opportunity to celebrate the amazing run that Arsenal Ladies have had in knockout tournaments in the last 2 years, rather than mourn its end.

This was the time that Arsenal had lost in a major cup competition in 27 matches, and the first time they'd lost in the FA Cup in 14 ties (since the semi-final 2 years ago).

They won this season's London County Cup last week, and play Croydon in the League Cup final next Saturday.