England captain Leah Williamson commits her future to Arsenal

FootballSports
30 Apr 2026 • 6:38 PM MYT
The Independent
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England captain Leah Williamson commits her future to Arsenal

  • England captain Leah Williamson has signed a new contract with Arsenal, extending her stay with the club to beyond two decades.
  • The 29-year-old centre-back was due to be out of contract at the end of the season but will continue as a key player for Renee Slegers' team.
  • Williamson has been with Arsenal since childhood, achieving significant success including lifting the Women's Champions League last year and being a two-time European champion with England.
  • Her impressive list of accolades also includes the Fifa Women’s Champions Cup, the Women’s Super League, four League Cups, and two FA Cups.
  • Despite her season being affected by injuries following Euro 2025, Williamson recently started the Champions League semi-final first leg against Lyon, playing 65 minutes, as Arsenal pursue a place in the final.

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