Alessia Russo has been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d'Or after winning the WSL Golden Boot and defending the Women's European Championship title with England last season. “I feel at home at Arsenal… I feel more confident with this badge on my chest.” Russo has scored 36 goals in 72 appearances for Arsenal.
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Alessia Russo explains why he signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal.
Alessia Russo has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal.
Last season's Golden Boot winner has joined the Gunners from Manchester United in July 2023.
She has since scored 36 goals in 72 matches, winning the League Cup in 2024 and the Champions League last season.
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“I feel at home at Arsenal,” said Russo. “It's a special club and I've felt that way since I arrived two years ago. Playing for Arsenal is a privilege, it's pushed me to develop and grow as a player and I feel more confident with this badge on my chest.”
I am very proud of everything we have achieved together as a club and of our fans who drive us forward. But I am still hungry for more success and I know that is shared by everyone at the club. I am looking forward to the start of the season, which begins this Saturday at the Emirates Stadium.
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Head coach Renee Slegers added: “Alessia is a really important part of our group and I'm very happy that she has signed a new contract here.”
“As a striker, Alessia often steals the spotlight with her goals, but she brings so much more to our team. She is a dedicated player, works hard for the team and contributes greatly to its culture. I look forward to achieving more together.”
Russo targets more trophies after new Arsenal deal
Russo was part of the Lionesses' successful defence of the European Championship title last summer, scoring in the final against Spain, and has also been nominated for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.
She scored a career-best 20 goals last season to help the Gunners achieve Champions League success, but the England striker is determined to do even more in the WSL and win more trophies.
“We are very aware that at times we have not been satisfied with our performances in the league over the last few years. I always say that when you win a trophy it lights a fire to want to continue and win more,” she said.
I also think it builds confidence in yourself and the team because we did it against some of the best teams in Europe, and this league has some of the best teams in Europe. The league is so competitive that you can't miss a game. But I think it's given us confidence as a team, and now we can put that into practice.
“We've set a new standard for ourselves, so now we have to go out and do it every week.”
Russo targets more trophies after new Arsenal deal
Arsenal striker Alessia Russo:
The level of our players, the standard of preparation and the demands of the coaching staff on training are really high. I want to continue to develop as a player, but we also want to continue to win trophies.
“After last season we felt that we can perform at the highest level and now we want to do it consistently throughout the season.
“I want to do everything I can to be the best version of myself for myself and my team.
“When you play for a club like Arsenal you owe it to yourself and the team to do everything you can to be at your best, to be in the best shape and to work hard.”
“I will do it and I want to do it at Arsenal.”
Sky Sports is the home of the WSL. What's new this season?
Sky's new broadcast partnership with the Women's Super League will see Sky Sports broadcast 118 WSL matches each season , more than triple the number of games previously broadcast ( 78 matches were broadcast exclusively) .
Sky Sports will mark a landmark WSL season with a new flagship programme focusing on kick-off matches on Sunday lunchtimes.
The show will feature a 60-minute build-up starting at 11am and will feature the latest news from all stadiums, as well as more behind-the-scenes content than ever before.
The Sky Sports app also makes it easier than ever to watch matches on mobile, with vertical video highlights, match hubs with live scores and stats available FREE to all fans, and live streaming for Sky Sports customers.
Free match highlights from EVERY WSL series will continue to be available to watch on the Sky Sports website and app.
In addition, Sky Sports will be even better serving women's football fans on social media with a new dedicated WSL YouTube channel.
It's the only place to find live coverage of select games, match highlights, exclusive interviews and content that showcases the biggest personalities from across the league like never before.
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