Arsenal Women secure historic Champions League triumph
Substitute Stina Blackstenius netted the decisive goal, leading the Gunners to their first European crown since 2007.
Arsenal Women clinched their second UEFA Women's Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over reigning champions Barcelona in Lisbon.
Substitute Stina Blackstenius netted the decisive goal, leading the Gunners to their first European crown since 2007.
Captain Kim Little described the win as the "best moment" of her career, highlighting the team's journey and the club's progression in women's football.
Manager Renee Slegers, who took over mid-season, emphasised the team's resilience and potential for future success.
The victory was particularly poignant for England captain Leah Williamson, who, as a 10-year-old, served as a mascot during Arsenal's 2007 Champions League win. Now, 18 years later, she lifted the trophy as a key player.
Arsenal's triumph, achieved after a challenging campaign that began in the qualifying rounds, marks a significant milestone in the club's history and underscores their status as pioneers in English women's football.
