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Russo opens up on path to becoming a Lioness

Alessia Russo has opened up on her footballing journey, admitting that the sport has shaped her life but also teaching her that there is more beyond the pitch. The Arsenal and England striker reflected on the bold decision to leave home for college in the United States, her close bond with Lotte Wubben-Moy, and the painful memory of the 2023 World Cup final defeat.

How game-changer Russo forced herself into Ballon d'Or contention

On Monday, the winner of the 2025 Ballon d'Or Feminin will be crowned in Paris. The last four editions of the prestigious accolade have gone to players representing Spain, with both Alexia Putellas and then Aitana Bonmati claiming back-to-back triumphs. It's possible that a member of La Roja comes out on top this time around as well, with Mariona Caldentey a front-runner alongside those two. But muscling in among them is someone who has helped break all of their hearts this year: Alessia Russo.

Arsenal Women came from behind to beat West Ham 5-1.

Russo & Co bail out Van Domselaar howler in dominant Arsenal win

The Gunners suffered an early scare at the hands of the Hammers, but a dominant second-half performance and some inspired substitutions meant they walked away with all three points

Alessia Russo, Ella Toone, and Chloe Kelly

EA Sports FC 26 player ratings: Russo leads WSL players

Arsenal star Alessia Russo has been confirmed as the highest-rated Women's Super League player in the soon-to-be released EA Sports FC 26 game.

EA Sports FC 26 women's ratings: Putellas & Bonmati on top

Barcelona stars Aitana Bonmati and Alexis Putella share top spot in the EA Sports FC 26 women's player ratings ahead of Lionesses ace Alessia Russo.

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Worth every penny! Superb Smith enjoys dream Arsenal debut

The Canada international showed just why the north London side forked out £1 million for her services this summer with an outstanding Emirates bow

Lionesses star Russo signs new long-term Arsenal contract

Lionesses star Alessia Russo has signed a new deal at Arsenal, putting pen to paper on what the club described as 'a long-term contract'.

Caldentey beats Russo to PFA Players' Player of the Year award

Mariona Caldentey was named Women's PFA Players' Player of the Year at Tuesday's PFA Awards, beating out Arsenal team-mate Alessia Russo.

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Russo among three Lionesses named in PFA WSL Team of the Year

Alessia Russo is one of three Lionesses to have been named in the PFA WSL Team of the Year after impressing for Arsenal last season.

Mariona Caldentey Aitana Bonmati Alessia Russo split

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Bonmati, Russo & the 2025 Golden Ball nominees

The shortlist for world football's most prestigious individual award has been revealed ahead of the ceremony in Paris on September 22

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Lionesses ratings: Every Euros-winning player ranked

Sarina Wiegman's side rode their luck throughout the knockout stages, but ultimately emerged as European champions again, beating Spain in the final

England v Spain - UEFA Women's EURO 2025 Final

How the Lionesses reacted to back-to-back Euro triumphs

England women were crowned European champions for the second consecutive time as they beat World Cup winners Spain 3-1 on penalties on Sunday. This was Sarina Wiegman's third Euros triumph in a row as she had won it with the Lionesses in 2022 and the Netherlands in 2018. Plenty of England stars took to social media to celebrate after the remarkable success in Switzerland.

Frequently asked questions

: Jamal Musiala prefers to play as a central attacking midfielder, but has also been deployed on the wings while playing for Bayern Munich.
: Jamal Musiala was born in Stuttgart, Germany.
: Jamal Musiala wears the No. 42 jersey for his current club Bayern Munich, operating as an attacking midfielder or a winger.
: Jamal Musiala stannds at 1.84m (6ft 0in). His height, in unison with his incredible threat as an offensive player, make him one of the most influential players on the pitch.
: Jamal Musiala weighs 72kg (158 lbs) and is among the best young players in the world.
: Spending nine years of his childhood and teenage in England, Jamal Musiala was a part of the Chelsea youth setup between 2011 and 2019.
: No, Jamal Musiala does not have any children.
: There have been no reports of Jamal Musiala dating anyone as the German superstar has kept his private life away from the public eye.

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