Arsenal women weekly news & gossip round up 8 May 2026
Arsenal’s Brighton draw confirmed Man City’s WSL title, but award nominations, exits and transfer plans made it a busy week elsewhere.
Beth Mead plays for Arsenal Women Football Club. The English forward arrived at Arsenal in 2017 from Sunderland. Mead wears the number 23 shirt. She was born on May 9, 1995.
Arsenal’s Brighton draw confirmed Man City’s WSL title, but award nominations, exits and transfer plans made it a busy week elsewhere.
Arsenal Women came from behind to beat Lyon 2-1 in the Champions League semi-final first leg, taking a slim advantage into the 2nd leg.
Arsenal’s weekend brought a return to the top, a major European win for the women and more concern lower down the academy pathway.
Alessia Russo scored England’s winner against Iceland, while Leah Williamson made her return from injury in a timely Arsenal boost.
Arsenal Women’s final home WSL fixture against Everton has been confirmed, with six club figures recognised after an impressive March.
Renée Slegers confirms Taylor Hinds return and gives updates on Kyra Cooney-Cross and Anneke Borbe before OH Leuven tie.
Renee Slegers confirms Beth Mead has suffered a hairline fracture, ruling her out of Arsenal’s upcoming block of games.
Arsenal’s Subway Cup semi-final defeat has raised fresh concerns over finishing, squad depth and a key suspension, with a must-win trip to Chelsea next.
Arsenal have renewed their award-winning partnership with Dirt Is Good, continuing campaigns that challenge stigma and promote positive change.
Arsenal Women fell at Manchester City while the club’s academy sides also struggled, with poor defending and missed chances defining a disappointing weekend.
Arsenal Women hit four against London City Lionesses in their WSL opener, with Olivia Smith starring on her debut after the Gunners fell behind early.
Beth Mead is set to remain with Arsenal despite a significant offer from the London City Lionesses, according to a report.
Sky Sports News have reported that London City Lionesses have made a formal bid for Beth Mead, adding that Beth is part of Renee Slegers plans for the 2025/26 season.
England’s Euro 2025 win was shaped by Kelly, Russo, and Agyemang, with Arsenal talent pivotal as the Lionesses beat Spain on penalties in Basel.
England lose 2–1 to France at the Euros, ending Sarina Wiegman’s perfect tournament record. VAR drama, French pace, and Dutch pressure now loom.
Blackstenius hits top form at the right time, Russo strikes for England, and Hurtig, Maanum, McCabe and others feature in packed week of international action.
Arsenal’s path to Champions League glory began with turmoil. Part one of our season review traces the chaos of the opening weeks and a key tactical shift.
Fresh from Champions League glory, Lotte Wubben-Moy is drafted into the England squad to replace Millie Bright ahead of Nations League clashes with Portugal and Spain.
One of only six supporters who travelled to Umeå in 2007 was in the stands again in Lisbon to witness Arsenal reclaim their European crown.
Arsenal to screen UWCL Final at Emirates; five Gunners called up to England squad; Mariona Caldentey wins WSL Player of the Year award.