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Leah Williamson Back in Arsenal Squad for Champions League Tie at Twente

Renee Slegers is staging a cautious, minutes-limited return following recent full training.

Soccer Football - Women's Champions League - Semi Final - First Leg - Arsenal v Olympique Lyonnais - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - April 19, 2025 Arsenal's Leah Williamson looks dejected after the match REUTERS/Jaimi Joy

Overview

  • The Arsenal manager confirmed Williamson will not start and will be available only for a brief substitute appearance.
  • She has completed full sessions with the squad as she finalizes her return to competitive action.
  • Williamson was an unused substitute in the 2-1 win over Liverpool to reintroduce her to matchday routines.
  • She has not played since sustaining an injury at the European Championship in the summer.
  • Slegers said the international break reduced opportunities for full 11 v 11 work and praised the players who have filled in.