"Arsenal's victory in the Champions League was unexpected by many, but they pulled it off, displaying their resilience and strong defensive skills according to Rachel Yankey, commenting on their aspirations in the WSL."
Arsenal and Chelsea Prepare for New Women's Super League Season
As the Women's Super League (WSL) season 2021/22 approaches, both Arsenal and Chelsea are gearing up for their respective campaigns. The season kicks off on September 5, with Arsenal facing the newly promoted London City Lionesses and Chelsea beginning their title defence against Manchester City.
Arsenal, managed by Sonia Bompastor, will be hoping to build on their success from the previous season. In 2007, the team, led by former winger Rachel Yankey, made history by winning their first Champions League title. This victory was against Swedish side Umea in the final held in Portugal, a significant underdog win that was not widely appreciated for the caliber of players Arsenal had. The team had also faced Barcelona, a team that had won the Champions League multiple times before.
Yankey, now retired, believes that Arsenal can win the WSL this season. She sees their 2007 Champions League victory as a sign of their resilience and hard-to-beat nature. "Our 2007 Champions League victory was a testament to our spirit and determination," Yankey said. "I believe this resilience will serve us well in our quest to win the WSL this season."
Chelsea, on the other hand, had a stellar season last year, winning their sixth consecutive title and completing a domestic treble. They will be looking to continue their dominance in the WSL. Their coach for the upcoming season is Renee Slegers.
The pressure is on Arsenal, according to Yankey. "We have set high expectations for ourselves, and the pressure is on us to deliver," she said. "But I believe we have the team and the spirit to do it."
As the WSL season approaches, fans of both teams are eagerly awaiting the action. With Arsenal and Chelsea set to face off later in the season, the stage is set for an exciting and competitive season.
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