Arsenal winger Beth Mead is nearing a much-anticipated return from a long-term knee injury; she has been sidelined since November 2022, and missed this summers World Cup as England made it to the final in Sydney; Eidevall hopes Meads return can inspire others to follow suit
on Sunday October 1, as Chelsea begin the defence of their title at home to Tottenham. Arsenal kick off their campaign at the Emirates Stadium against Liverpool.Sky Sports' Laura Hunter:
"It goes without say that getting Beth Mead back will serve as a huge boost for Arsenal on the eve of a new season. The timing couldn't be better. The Gunners missed Mead's spark last term, particularly in the latter stages of a campaign that tailed off quite dramatically. "Arsenal's injury woes derailed any hopes of further silverware last year. They pipped Chelsea to the Conti Cup in February, but spread themselves too thin across other competitions. Mead was one of a number of high profile injuries, including those named above - not forgetting captain Kim Little.
"Had all of those stayed fit - and we're speculating here, but still - there's a very real chance Arsenal could have made the Champions League final, perhaps even won it. They certainly ran runners-up Wolfsburg close with a hopelessly threadbare squad. "Mead's return will also be music to the ears of new signing Alessia Russo, who'll be the beneficiary of the winger's abundant service from the right. The two link brilliantly for England - and will now compete in the same domestic colours for the first time. That could be a real difference maker, as Eidevall looks to make good on his promise of competing for WSL honours for the first time since he took charge in 2021.
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