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Evening Standard
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Evening Standard
Chloe Kelly focused on England Euros title defence as Arsenal push for permanent deal
'She (Slegers) is just a great manager, I learnt so much on the pitch and off the pitch from her. She's a great person and to come away with a Champions League is incredible. She gave me belief and confidence and I will always be grateful for her.'
France 24
10-06-2025
- Sport
- France 24
Arsenal women to play all league matches at the Emirates
The Gunners made the Emirates their main home last season, hosting nine WSL games with an average attendance of 34,000. Arsenal will begin their defence of the Champions League at Meadow Park, the longstanding home of the club's women's team, which will also host home matches in the domestic cups. But should Renee Slegers' side progress, their home knockout ties in the Champions League will also be at the Emirates. Arsenal shocked Barcelona in Lisbon last month to become the first English side to win the Women's Champions League since they themselves won it in 2007. But they have not won the WSL since 2019 as Chelsea have stormed to six consecutive titles. "For us, this is just the beginning, and bringing every WSL match to the Emirates is another step for more supporters to be part of this special journey," said Slegers. "We'll come back next season, with fire in our hearts, more determined, more ambitious, and more together than ever." Aston Villa and Leicester City hosted all their home WSL games at their main club grounds last season and Everton's women's team will move to Goodison Park next season as the men's side move to a new stadium. However, a report by Deloitte this week found that average attendances across the league dipped by 10 percent last season to 6,642 as the surge in interest generated by England's Euro 2022 success faded.
Leader Live
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Katie McCabe praises Renee Slegers' honesty after Arsenal's European success
It has been a whirlwind week for Republic of Ireland captain McCabe, who lifted the Champions League trophy in Lisbon last Saturday, was front-and-centre at Monday's London celebrations, then flew to Turkey to play in a vital 2-1 Nations League victory for her country. McCabe, who has spent a decade with the Gunners, was welcomed back to international camp by a guard of honour to celebrate Arsenal's European triumph over Barcelona, the first time an English side had lifted the trophy in 18 years. 'With Renee, that relationship and the direct line of communication from player to manager is so important to her,' McCabe told the PA news agency.'You'll have to ask her why that is, but in my opinion, I think it's because she's been a player before, she understands how it is sometimes, maybe if you're going through a rough patch, or maybe on the other end you're flying with confidence, but she gets that. 'She makes time for us, which is really important, and we massively respect her for that.' Former midfielder Slegers, who split her senior career between the Netherlands and Sweden, took charge of Arsenal on an interim basis in October before being appointed full time in January. Slegers reportedly holds open-floor meetings where players are encouraged to set the agenda. And while she is very much the boss, unafraid to make difficult decisions, Slegers was equally at ease letting loose with her players in front of the thousands who gathered to greet the team outside the Emirates Stadium. 'She's obviously an ex player, so that's one aspect to (her success),' McCabe said. 'I think the calmness she has, the directness in what she wants, but also the way she is able to instill belief in the team and the players, whether you are in the starting 11 or you've come on to make an impact, it's all about the team for her. 'Not just the players, but the staff as well.' A post shared by Cadbury UK (@cadburyuk) 'I haven't had that moment yet,' she added. 'I feel like there's been little moments over the last few days, and when I got my mum and dad down on the pitch after and you're kind of stood there with the trophy in your hand, that was a moment I was really proud of. 'They've sacrificed a lot and it's not easy juggling 11 kids and trying to drive me all over the country. 'I'm sure I'll have loads of moments coming up over the next few weeks, but the win absolutely topped off an incredible year.' Cadbury Ambassador Katie McCabe is calling for the nation to nominate a local Game Changer for a chance to win a surprise visit from a Cadbury Ambassador. To find nominate head to @cadburyuk on Instagram.
Rhyl Journal
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Katie McCabe praises Renee Slegers' honesty after Arsenal's European success
It has been a whirlwind week for Republic of Ireland captain McCabe, who lifted the Champions League trophy in Lisbon last Saturday, was front-and-centre at Monday's London celebrations, then flew to Turkey to play in a vital 2-1 Nations League victory for her country. McCabe, who has spent a decade with the Gunners, was welcomed back to international camp by a guard of honour to celebrate Arsenal's European triumph over Barcelona, the first time an English side had lifted the trophy in 18 years. 'With Renee, that relationship and the direct line of communication from player to manager is so important to her,' McCabe told the PA news agency.'You'll have to ask her why that is, but in my opinion, I think it's because she's been a player before, she understands how it is sometimes, maybe if you're going through a rough patch, or maybe on the other end you're flying with confidence, but she gets that. 'She makes time for us, which is really important, and we massively respect her for that.' Former midfielder Slegers, who split her senior career between the Netherlands and Sweden, took charge of Arsenal on an interim basis in October before being appointed full time in January. Slegers reportedly holds open-floor meetings where players are encouraged to set the agenda. And while she is very much the boss, unafraid to make difficult decisions, Slegers was equally at ease letting loose with her players in front of the thousands who gathered to greet the team outside the Emirates Stadium. 'She's obviously an ex player, so that's one aspect to (her success),' McCabe said. 'I think the calmness she has, the directness in what she wants, but also the way she is able to instill belief in the team and the players, whether you are in the starting 11 or you've come on to make an impact, it's all about the team for her. 'Not just the players, but the staff as well.' A post shared by Cadbury UK (@cadburyuk) 'I haven't had that moment yet,' she added. 'I feel like there's been little moments over the last few days, and when I got my mum and dad down on the pitch after and you're kind of stood there with the trophy in your hand, that was a moment I was really proud of. 'They've sacrificed a lot and it's not easy juggling 11 kids and trying to drive me all over the country. 'I'm sure I'll have loads of moments coming up over the next few weeks, but the win absolutely topped off an incredible year.' Cadbury Ambassador Katie McCabe is calling for the nation to nominate a local Game Changer for a chance to win a surprise visit from a Cadbury Ambassador. To find nominate head to @cadburyuk on Instagram.
North Wales Chronicle
01-06-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Katie McCabe praises Renee Slegers' honesty after Arsenal's European success
It has been a whirlwind week for Republic of Ireland captain McCabe, who lifted the Champions League trophy in Lisbon last Saturday, was front-and-centre at Monday's London celebrations, then flew to Turkey to play in a vital 2-1 Nations League victory for her country. McCabe, who has spent a decade with the Gunners, was welcomed back to international camp by a guard of honour to celebrate Arsenal's European triumph over Barcelona, the first time an English side had lifted the trophy in 18 years. 'With Renee, that relationship and the direct line of communication from player to manager is so important to her,' McCabe told the PA news agency.'You'll have to ask her why that is, but in my opinion, I think it's because she's been a player before, she understands how it is sometimes, maybe if you're going through a rough patch, or maybe on the other end you're flying with confidence, but she gets that. 'She makes time for us, which is really important, and we massively respect her for that.' Former midfielder Slegers, who split her senior career between the Netherlands and Sweden, took charge of Arsenal on an interim basis in October before being appointed full time in January. Slegers reportedly holds open-floor meetings where players are encouraged to set the agenda. And while she is very much the boss, unafraid to make difficult decisions, Slegers was equally at ease letting loose with her players in front of the thousands who gathered to greet the team outside the Emirates Stadium. 'She's obviously an ex player, so that's one aspect to (her success),' McCabe said. 'I think the calmness she has, the directness in what she wants, but also the way she is able to instill belief in the team and the players, whether you are in the starting 11 or you've come on to make an impact, it's all about the team for her. 'Not just the players, but the staff as well.' A post shared by Cadbury UK (@cadburyuk) 'I haven't had that moment yet,' she added. 'I feel like there's been little moments over the last few days, and when I got my mum and dad down on the pitch after and you're kind of stood there with the trophy in your hand, that was a moment I was really proud of. 'They've sacrificed a lot and it's not easy juggling 11 kids and trying to drive me all over the country. 'I'm sure I'll have loads of moments coming up over the next few weeks, but the win absolutely topped off an incredible year.' Cadbury Ambassador Katie McCabe is calling for the nation to nominate a local Game Changer for a chance to win a surprise visit from a Cadbury Ambassador. To find nominate head to @cadburyuk on Instagram.
