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• The former German international Melanie Leupolz and celebrated midfielder for Bayern, Chelsea and Real Madrid officially confirmed today that she will end her club career this summer.
• Her journey started at SC Freiburg, then starred at Bayern Munich (2014–2020), before moving to Chelsea (2020–2024), and joined Real Madrid ahead of the 2024–25 season.
• Earned 79 caps for Germany, scored 13 goals, and won major honours—including UEFA Women’s Euro 2013 and Olympic gold in 2016—before retiring from the national team in September 2023.

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• Manchester United and England star Ella Toone has co-founded Amicizia Studios, a creative agency designed to help female footballers build personal brands and maximize commercial opportunities.
• With over 50% of Women's Super League players lacking sponsorship, Amicizia aims to bridge this gap by connecting players with brands, marketing campaigns, and content production opportunities.
• Toone teams up with longtime collaborator James Marshall, combining their experience to offer a creative hub that supports athletes both on and off the pitch.

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• Barcelona confirmed the departure of Norwegian midfielder Ingrid Engen on its Instagram account today, writing: Ingrid Engen will not continue at FC Barcelona. The Club wishes her the best of luck in the future, both personally and professionally.
• Engen herself bid farewell to the Curlers with a touching message to fans on her account, as well as to her teammate and partner Mapi Léon.
• There was speculation about the Norwegian's departure as early as winter, with OL Lyoness and London City Lionesses reportedly interested in signing her.

• Kika Nazareth has been named in Portugal’s 27-player preliminary squad for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, which will begin in less than a month, on 2 July, in Switzerland.
• The 22-year-old forward has been sidelined since March due to a torn medial collateral ligament in her left ankle.
• Despite her injury, Kika’s record includes 10 international goals in 43 appearances, highlighting her importance to Portugal’s attack.

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• Chelsea has officially signed Swiss international goalkeeper Livia Peng from Werder Bremen, with her contract starting on 1 July 2025.
• Peng has agreed to a four-year deal with Chelsea, reflecting the club’s long-term commitment to her development and contribution.
• The 23-year-old established herself as Werder Bremen’s first-choice goalkeeper in the 2024/25 Frauen Bundesliga season.

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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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• FC Barcelona defeated Atlético Madrid 2‑0 in the final at Estadio El Alcoraz in Huesca, securing their record-extending 11th Copa de la Reina win.
• Academy graduate Claudia Pina scored both goals—first in the 24th minute and again in the second half—earning player of the match honours.
• The club has secured 10 titles in the last 15 seasons (plus the inaugural win in 1993–94), further cementing its status as the most successful team in the competition’s history.

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• Northern Ireland’s all-time top goalscorer, Rachel Furness, has officially retired from football at age 36, ending a remarkable two-decade journey.
• Furness earned 95 caps and scored 38 goals for Northern Ireland, making her the nation's leading goalscorer across both men’s and women’s teams.
• She made her senior debut as a teenager in 2005, shortly after the Northern Ireland women's national team was re-established.
• At club level, she represented Sunderland, Reading, Tottenham, Liverpool, Bristol City, and most recently Newcastle United.

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