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• Chelsea captain Millie Bright has withdrawn from the England squad for June's UEFA Nations League matches to take an extended break and allow a period of recovery.
• Arsenal defender Lotte Wubben-Moy, who has 13 caps, has been called into Sarina Wiegman's squad for the League A games against Portugal and Spain.
• The Lionesses will face Portugal at Wembley Stadium on Friday, 30 May, before taking on group leaders and world champions Spain in Barcelona on Tuesday, 3 June.

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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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• On May 24, 2025, Manchester City confirmed that Dutch midfielder Jill Roord has signed a permanent deal with FC Twente.
• Dutch international returns to FC Twente, the club where she began her professional career in 2013, before stints at Bayern Munich, Arsenal, VfL Wolfsburg, and Manchester City. Her dad is former Dutch footballer René Roord, who also played for Twente.
• In the 2024/25 season, Roord made 31 appearances, netting six goals and contributing three assists. She scored in her final match for City against Crystal Palace on the last day of the season.

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• Bayern Munich Frauen clinched the first-ever Women's World Sevens Football title with a 2–1 comeback win over Manchester United in the final held in Estoril, Portugal.
• Momoko Tanikawa was named both Top Scorer and Best Player of the tournament, while Ana Mahmutović received the Best Goalkeeper award, highlighting Bayern's individual talents.
• This W7F victory capped off a remarkable season for Bayern Munich Frauen, who also secured the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal titles, marking one of the most successful campaigns in the club's history.

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• German international Jule Brand has officially joined Olympique Lyonnais Féminin (OL Lyonnes) on a free transfer from VfL Wolfsburg, signing a contract that runs until June 2028. Her contract with Wolfsburg expired in the end of 2024/25 season.
• Brand, 22, completed her move to OL Lyonnes after her contract with VfL Wolfsburg expired. She becomes the first signing for the club under its new identity, OL Lyonnes.

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• In the recent Player's Tribune article Beth Mead shares memories of her childhood in Runswick Bay, England, highlighting the magical atmosphere her parents created.
• Mead describes the challenges she faced after moving to London to play for Arsenal, including feelings of isolation and self-doubt. Her mother's unwavering support during this period was crucial in helping her adapt and thrive.
• The article is a moving and full of love tribute to Mead's late mother, reflecting on the profound impact she had on Mead's life and career. 

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• Blackburn Rovers Women confirmed their exit from WSL 2 (previously known as Championship), citing financial challenges and an inability to meet the league's new professional standards.
• The club's departure leaves WSL 2 with a vacancy. The league aims to maintain a 12-team structure for the 2025–26 season, seeking a replacement that meets the required standards.

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• Majority owner of the club Michele Kang announced that Olympique Lyonnais Féminin will rebrand as OL Lyonnes. The new name combines "lioness" with "Lyon," symbolizing strength and a connection to the city. Kang is also owner of english club London City Lionesses, which recently promoted to Women's Super League.
• The rebranding introduces a new logo featuring a roaring red lioness with blue and gold accents and the motto "New Story, Same Legend," reflecting the club's heritage and future ambitions.
• The women's team will swap training facilities with the club's boys' academy, renovating the new space into a performance center specifically designed for female athletes
• OL Lyonnes will now play all home games at the 59,000-seat Groupama Stadium, which previously hosted the 2019 Women's World Cup final. This move aims to provide players and fans with a premier matchday experience.

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