Arsenal WFC

• Arsenal agreed a transfer fee of £1 million for Olivia Smith, making it the first-ever seven-figure transfer in women’s football. This eclipses the previous record set by Chelsea's January 2025 signing of Naomi Girma for over USD 1.1 million.
• The 20‑year‑old scored seven goals in 20 WSL appearances during her debut season at Liverpool—nearly a third of their league goals—in various attacking roles, including winger and centre-forward.
• This major investment follows free transfers of Chloe Kelly and Taylor Hinds, highlighting Arsenal’s ambition to build on their recent UEFA Women’s Champions League title.

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• The versatile left-back, currently vice-captain at Liverpool Women, will return to Arsenal on a free transfer following the expiry of her contract.
• A product of Arsenal’s own system, Hinds left in 2018 before spells at Everton and Liverpool—her move marks a homecoming to the club where she developed.

• Arsenal confirmed the permanent signing of 27‑year‑old England forward Chloe Kelly on a free transfer, following the expiration of her Manchester City contract.
• Kelly joined Arsenal on loan in January, making 13 appearances, scoring two goals, assisting five, and delivering a standout Champions League final display in the 1–0 win over Barcelona.

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• Starting from the 2025/26 season, all Arsenal Women’s Super League home matches will be played at the Emirates Stadium, marking a significant step in promoting women's football at a premier venue.
• The decision follows successful previous fixtures at Emirates Stadium, which attracted record-breaking attendances and showcased the growing popularity of women's football.
• Arsenal Women will continue to play some matches at Meadow Park, Borehamwood, but Emirates Stadium will be the primary home ground for top-tier WSL fixtures.

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• On May 24, 2025, Arsenal Women secured their second UEFA Women's Champions League title—and first since 2007—by defeating reigning champions Barcelona 1–0 at Estadio José Alvalade in Lisbon.
• Substitute Stina Blackstenius, swedish international, scored the match-winning goal in the 74th minute.
• Arsenal's defense, led by Leah Williamson, delivered a resolute performance, limiting Barcelona's 20 attempts and 12 corners. Williamson earned a player rating of 9 for her crucial blocks and interceptions.
• The victory was particularly poignant for Leah Williamson, who had been a mascot during Arsenal's 2007 triumph. Her journey from mascot to captain underscores the significance of this win.

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