Arsenal captain Kim Little has secured a one-year contract extension with the club, ensuring her continued presence at the north London outfit. The 35-year-old has been a vital component of Arsenal's success, having spent nearly 15 years with the team across two separate stints. Little led the squad to a historic Women's Champions League triumph last season, defeating Barcelona in Lisbon to claim their second European title.
Her impressive résumé boasts an impressive 177 goals in 405 Arsenal appearances, with the midfielder having won every available trophy with the club. Little's accolades include five league titles, three FA Cups, seven League Cups, last season's Champions League, and this term's Champions Cup. Her decision to retire from international football in 2021 has contributed to her ability to prolong her club career.
Little first joined Arsenal at the age of 17 in 2008, spending five years with the team before moving to Seattle Reign and later Melbourne City. She returned to Arsenal in 2017 and was appointed captain a year later, helping the team secure the Women's Super League title in 2019.
Arsenal currently occupy fourth place in the WSL table, with two games in hand, and hold a 3-1 advantage in their two-legged Women's Champions League quarter-final tie against Chelsea.
Arsenal's retention of Kim Little is a significant boost to their title aspirations, with the experienced midfielder's leadership and goal-scoring prowess set to play a crucial role in their remaining league matches. Little's continued presence will also provide a much-needed boost to the team's Champions League campaign, where they hold a commanding lead over Chelsea. With two games in hand, Arsenal will be looking to capitalize on their current momentum and push for a top-three finish in the WSL table. Little's dedication to the club has been rewarded with a new contract, and her influence will be essential in guiding Arsenal through the remainder of the season.
