Slegers described an “unbelievable efficiency” within the second leg due to the fightback Arsenal knew Chelsea would give.
Goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar returned to the beginning XI and put in a shocking efficiency, denying Sam Kerr on a number of events within the second half.
England defender Lotte Wubben-Moy was a rock on the again within the absence of Leah Williamson and Arsenal weren’t shaken when fellow centre-half Steph Catley went off with a calf harm on the finish of the primary half.
In-form striker Alessia Russo was filled with methods and flicks. The England worldwide normally retains touches on the ball to a minimal however she did what it took to flee tough conditions when strain was constructing.
Slegers stated her crew have been ready to “endure” as a way to get what they needed and it paid off in the long run.
“It is struggling for one thing you’re keen on. I believe that is what the crew did very well. They have been ready for a troublesome situation and for momentum shifts,” she added.
“Within the first quarter-hour, doubtlessly on the finish of the sport when issues modified once more, they only stayed within the ‘managed center’, as we name it.
“They stayed within the sport and have been consistently answerable for no matter situation or momentum swing. They did their job. Mentally we have been in management.
“After all, we needed to cease them getting probabilities and in an excellent world there aren’t any photographs however it was two actually good groups going towards one another.”
Former England captain Steph Houghton stated Arsenal have been “higher in huge moments” and deserved to progress on the stability of the tie.
Brighton ahead Fran Kirby added: “Arsenal allowed Chelsea to have the ball, they have been snug of their block and defensively labored actually arduous.
“With the alternatives that that they had, they may even have gone on and gained the sport, so they are going to be actually happy with the efficiency.
“It confirmed a special facet to Arsenal. It confirmed what they will do once they should defend.”
Arsenal will hope to ebook their place within the last once they tackle the winner between Lyon and Wolfsburg – who play one another on Thursday night time.
The ultimate takes place on 23 Could in Oslo, Norway.
