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Lionesses star Millie Bright reflects on 'trip to remember' as Chelsea head home after perfect pre-season tour to the United States

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  • Chelsea won both their matches in the USA
  • Capped off their trip by beating the Gunners
  • Bright loved her experience across the Atlantic
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The reigning Women's Super League champions were an unstoppable force in the United States as they won both their matches in the pre-season. After thrashing Gotham FC 3-1, the Blues edged out familiar rivals Arsenal in the next game, courtesy of a 54th-minute strike from Sandy Baltimore.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Bright was handed a start by manager, Sonia Bompastor, against Arsenal and the skipper did not disappoint. After the victory, the Lionesses star was in a light mood and did not forget to take a dig at the Gunners after painting Washington blue.

  • WHAT BRIGHT SAID

    Before heading back to London, Bright shared a carousel of pictures on her Instagram profile along with a heartfelt caption, to sum up her wonderful experiences in the USA. She wrote: "A trip to remember🤝🏼🇺🇸 Met some amazing people, connected with our fans, did some cool stuff with my girlies and won 2 games💙."

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    WHAT NEXT FOR BRIGHT?

    Upon returning to England, Bright and Co. will play another friendly against Feyenoord on September 7 before starting their WSL title defence against Aston Villa on September 20.