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Miedema holds football clinic at former club

Vivianne Miedema held a football clinic at her former club, VV De Weide in Hoogeveen this weekend.

Will Arsenal Ladies use spring series to test youngsters?

The FA have created a one off series to bridge the gap between seasons but the big question is: will the youngsters get a look-in?

Who should partner Casey Stoney in central defence?

Following Jemma Rose's dismissal against Manchester City and her subsequent ban, we look at Pedro Losa's available options in defence. Arsène Wenger has been having...
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - MAY 11: Danielle Carter, Jordan Nobbs, Beth Mead and Leah Williamson of Arsenal celebrate with the trophy after the WSL match between Arsenal Women and Manchester City at Meadow Park on May 11, 2019 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

FA WSL 2019/20 predictions: Arsenal and Chelsea top, Tottenham and Everton bottom

With the League starting on Saturday with the Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium and Bristol v Brighton at Ashton Gate, it is time for my annual predictions.
(L to R) Lyon's French midfielder Amandine Henry, Lyon's French goalkeeper Sarah Bouhaddi and Lyon's German midfielder Dzsenifer Marozsan pose with the winner's trophy as they celebrate after winning the UEFA Women's Champions League final football match between VfL Wolfsburg and Lyon at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on August 30, 2020. (Photo by ALVARO BARRIENTOS/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Bouhaddi’s journey to Arsenal

Discover Sarah Bouhaddi's journey from Cannes to Arsenal, her rise in women's football, and achievements with Lyon and France. A true football icon.

Should Arsenal adapt to midfielder?

Following Carla Humphrey's season loan move to Doncaster Rover Belles, it looks quite obvious that the coach nearly never played her in her best...
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Leah Williamson and Kim Little of Arsenal look dejected following the FA Women's Continental League Cup Final between Arsenal and Manchester City Women at Bramall Lane on February 23, 2019 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s road to the title is full of obstacles but we shall overcome them

The penalty shoot-out to defeat to Manchester City on Saturday means the only remaining target for Arsenal's Women is the League title.

The Women’s Football Awards 2018

I was lucky enough to be invited to the FA Women's Football Award 2018. It was the 20th annual edition celebrating the best of women's football.

Player feature: Jordan Nobbs – future Arsenal captain?

This week, we present a senior Arsenal squad player, the midfield dynamo Jordan Nobbs who . has just been voted Women's Football Player of the year at the London Football awards.
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Smith – Zidane, Henry and Pires in one player – a tribute to an...

In a new series we will profile the Arsenal Ladies players, from the past, present and those who will make the future of the team. We cannot start with a better player than Kelly Smith MBE who announced her retirement from football this week.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 28: The Arsenal Women players celebrate Vivianne Miedema's opening goal during the WSL match between Brighton and Hove Albion Women and Arsenal Women at Amex Stadium on April 28, 2019 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

Arsenal win the league with reaction from Joe Montemurro & Danielle Carter

The Arsenal are back! Seven years after winning the league under Laura Harvey, Joe Montemurro and his players have brought the trophy back to Borehamwood.

Is a turbulent off-season in store for Arsenal Ladies?

The nightmare scenario of the fire sale of winter 2013 might see a revival in the upcoming transfer window with many ins and out.

3 favourites picked – Who could win the Ballon d’Or?

France football have created the Women's Ballon d'Or and, for the first Edition, there are 15 nominees.
Joe Montemurro

Arsenal’s manager stepping up to the challenge to bring back glory

Arsenal Women are absolutely flying this season having scored 24 goals already in just a handful of matches. So who is the manager that looks to have the team back on track?
HIGH WYCOMBE, ENGLAND - MARCH 14: Alex Scott of Arsenal Ladies during the WSL Continental Cup Final between Arsenal Women and Manchester City Ladies at Adams Park on March 14, 2018 in High Wycombe, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Can Arsenal Women still qualify for the Champions League following latest setback ?

Sunday's 3-0 away defeat to Birmingham City Ladies means there is not much hope of Champions League football next season, with a cup double now the main target for the team.
Ruby Mace of Birmingham City Women in action during Womens Super League match between West Ham Women and Birmingham City Women at The Chigwell Construction Stadium in London - 17th March 2021 West Ham United Women v Birmingham City Women, Barclays FA Women s Super League, Football, the Chigwell Construction Stadium, London, UK - 17 Mar 2021 West Ham United Women v Birmingham City Women, Barclays FA Women s Super League, Football, the Chigwell Construction Stadium, London, UK - 17 Mar 2021

“If I’m Arsenal tonight, I’m excited watching that” Ruby Mace loan watch

Arsenal youngster Ruby Mace moved to Birmingham City on loan in January, so how is she doing? 

Is the FA WSL just a tool for the England team?

As we enter another international window with England competing in the SheBelieves Cup, it's time again to revisit the old club versus country argument.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Arsenal players enter a huddle prior to the Vitality Women's FA Cup Final between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Wembley Stadium on December 05, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Can Arsenal win the quadruple again?

As we enter the second half of the 2021/22 season, it's time to ask if the Arsenal Women can match their predecessors and win the quadruple like in 2006/07.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Jordan Nobbs of Arsenal FC scores his team's first goal during the Vitality Women's FA Cup Semi Final match between Manchester City and Arsenal on October 01, 2020 in Manchester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Questions need to be asked after another big game defeat for Arsenal

Arsenal were defeated, again, away to City after a poor 1st half left them with a mountain to climb so why are they struggling in big matches?
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Can England win Euro 2017?

2017 is a big year for the England Women's team as they are now one of the favourites to win the upcoming Euros in the Netherlands. But do they have enough to win it ?

Carla Humphrey returns to Arsenal Ladies – is it time to give her chance?

Carla Humphrey has completed a season on loan to relegated Doncaster Rover Belles and it is good to see her back at Arsenal with a full season under her belt.
Heather O'Reilly

Why are Arsenal signing O’Reilly for just a few months?

As previously announced Heather O'Reilly will sign for the Arsenal Ladies and will stay for the Spring Series. Although it is supposed to be a...

If the FA want to grow the women’s game, why all the secrecy?

With the England u21 squad named for the Nordic Cup, we were treated to the usual behind-closed-doors sign for this well known u23 international tournament, adding to fans' frustrations.
Arsenal's Irish striker #15 Katie McCabe takes a drink from the trophy as Arsenal's players celebrate their win after the English Women's League Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Molineux in Wolverhampton, central England on March 31, 2024. Arsenal won the game 1-0 after extra time. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

What Arsenal learnt from Continental Cup final win over Chelsea

Arsenal win the Conti Cup after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Chelsea in extra time. Blackstenius scores the winner but Maanum suffers a serious injury. Was VAR right to disallow Chelsea's goal? Read the full match report.

Awful refereeing, leaky defence + more: What we learned from Arsenal’s collapse at Manchester...

Here are the key things we learned from the 5-2 defeat away to City on Saturday lunchtime that leaves the team struggling in the title race after just two games.

Casey Stoney set to be a great coach

Casey Stoney has been preparing for her post-career life and the Arsenal Ladies defender is looking forward to managing at the highest level.

Can Arsenal actually win the Champions League ?

With the Champions League group stage draw upon us, we ask the annual question - can Arsenal even win this thing?
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Arsenal’s fixtures analysed

The FA has finally disclosed the full FA WSL schedule barely 17 days before the season starts.

10 Arsenal Ladies to look out for next season

With the 2017/18 season on its way, here are 10 players to look out for next season.

Arsenal homegrown numbers hint at policy change by FA

If we look at the current Arsenal squad, it is a vibrant multi-cultural international group, but do we have enough home-grown players to comply with the FA WSL rules?

Miedema to Arsenal, one forward too many?

Arsenal Ladies have signed the Dutch forward from FC Bayern Munchen and once again, we have to wonder why the club is piling up players again in certain positions.

Is it fair these 3 players don’t get a chance with England?

There are a few names that have been thrown around as potential Lionesses at the World Cup who are not getting a look in.
Stina Blackstenius

Are Arsenal preparing for major changes this summer?

The January transfer window has been busy so far with three arrivals and succession planning apparently at full speed ahead of a summer window that might see a lot of changes and, perhaps, the departure of the old guard?
Anna Patten

Player profile: Anna Patten

Our player feature this week is Anna Patten, a young defender who went on the first team trip to Portugal and Spain and played against FC Bayern.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 29: Caitlin Foord of Sydney FC controls the ball during the round 7 W-League match between Sydney FC and Adelaide United at Jubilee Stadium on December 29, 2019 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

What will Arsenal get with Caitlin Foord?

Caitlin Foord has said goodbye to her teammates and is heading for Arsenal before the end of this transfer window, so what can Gooners expect from the Australian international?
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 14: Arsenal manager Pedro Martinez Losa (C), Alex Scott (L) and Kelly Smith (R) of Arsenal celebrate with the trophy following the SSE Women's FA Cup Final between Arsenal Ladies and Chelsea Ladies at Wembley Stadium on May 14, 2016 in London, England. Picture: Ben Hoskins/Getty Images

Arsenal Women can finish in the top-two this season

With the FA WSL 1's start a month away, the Arsenal Women's squad is finally starting to look like a team that can challenge for a top-two finish.
Arsenal's Beth Mead

Passmasters, Phil Neville & injury woes: 3 things Arsenal Women learned from win over...

Arsenal Women did the job and got a much-needed win against Everton on a freezing Friday evening.

Is there enough strength in depth in the Women’s squads?

The new season is four weeks away and there are 18 players in the current Arsenal first-team squad but the Academy is looking threadbare.

What could happen for the Ladies in the summer transfer window?

The FA WSL transfer window will reopen from the 3rd - 30th of June. This transfer window is mainly used to make adjustments on the squads. Let's have a look at what could happen for the Arsenal Ladies.
England's forward Alessia Russo (C) vies for the ball with France's forward Melvine Malard (L) and France's defender Selma Bacha (R) during the Women's U20 World Cup 3rd place football match between France and England at the La Rabine stadium, in Vannes, western France on August 24, 2018. (Photo by LOIC VENANCE / AFP)

Russo and Wubben-Moy available: Why Arsenal should sign them

English youngsters, Alessia Russo and Lotte Wubben-Moy, are on the market after leaving UNC and there is certainly a case for trying to sign the hugely talented players.