Arsenal's ambition for the 2024-25 season is unmistakable: the club is laser‑focused on reclaiming the Women's Super League crown. Mid‑fielder Mariona Caldentey summed it up in a recent Sky Sports interview, stating plainly, "We want to go and win the league." Her teammate, defender Lotte Wubben‑Moy, echoed the sentiment, adding that the WSL trophy sits at the top of the Gunners' wish list.
The last time Arsenal lifted the WSL trophy was in 2019, and the four‑year gap has only heightened the desire to add another league title to the club's storied history. "We know the fans want the WSL title as much as we do," Wubben‑Moy told Sky Sports, emphasizing the shared yearning between the squad and its supporters. "We want to add to Arsenal's 15 titles." Caldetey, while acknowledging the allure of a clean sweep of all domestic honours, highlighted the league as the primary focus.
"We have struggled with consistency in the past, but if we can find that rhythm, we will be in real contention for the championship. You have to be good in every single match to finish top," she explained. The reality, she noted, is that the competition has become fiercer than ever. "There are so many good teams now and they are also signing quality players this summer.
The league gets better every year and that is great for the competition and for women's football as a whole." Arsenal finished the previous campaign four points behind eventual champions Manchester City. Despite winning the inaugural Women's Champions Cup, the Gunners fell short in the Champions League, exiting at the quarter‑final stage, and also bowed out of the FA Cup in the quarters and the League Cup in the semi‑finals. A sluggish start to the league has become something of a pattern for the club in recent seasons, and this time the team is determined to break that cycle. Wubben‑Moy believes a strong opening run will be crucial.
"We have had a good six‑to‑seven‑week pre‑season, which is a luxury in our game. It gives us the chance to build on what we already have and integrate the new signings," she said.
"I’m an experienced player and I have been here in the moments where we have struggled at the start of the season, and that is definitely something we can improve on." Defensively, Arsenal has a solid foundation. Last season the team conceded the fewest goals in the league, and Wubben‑Moy sees that as a cornerstone for a title push. "Our success has always been built on defensive stability.
We want to build on that and make it the core of our campaign," she explained. "We fell short last year, but we intend to right those wrongs this season." The summer transfer window reflected a proactive approach, with seven new players arriving to bolster the squad.
England midfielder Georgia Stanway, a free transfer from Bayern Munich, was the headline signing. She joins a group that includes Selina Cerci, Geraldine Reuteler, Ona Batlle, Misa Rodríguez, Lisa Baum and Isabella Damm. Wubben‑Moy praised the influx of talent, noting, "We have added a lot of quality, experience and character.
It adds depth and excitement to an already strong squad." Caldetey, who has faced Stanway many times on the international stage and in club competition, expressed genuine enthusiasm about finally playing alongside her. "I have a lot of respect for her as a player and I am very happy to have her on my side now.
You can already see in training that we will have a really good connection," Caldentey said. "She will help the team a lot and I hope I can help her too." The new arrivals have already made an impression in training. "Georgia likes the ball and is a good passer. She’s a baller and that will be really good for us," Caldentey added, highlighting the immediate impact of the signings.
While the squad has been reinforced, Arsenal also said goodbye to several seasoned internationals, including Beth Mead, Katie McCabe, Laia Codina, Victoria Pelova and Manuela Zinsberger. Caldentey acknowledged the loss of experience but framed it as an opportunity for other players to step up. "People leave and people come, but we need to adapt quickly and find new roles. We have enough experience in the players we have signed, some of them are quite young but already ready.
When players leave, that is a new opportunity for others," she said. The connection between the women's team and the club’s fanbase remains a vital factor. The recent joint victory parade for both the men’s and women’s squads in North London drew massive crowds, celebrating the men’s first Premier League title in 22 years and the women’s inaugural Champions Cup win over Corinthians. Wubben‑Moy reflected on how those moments deepen the bond with supporters.
"We have a great connection with the fans, but events like the parade create an even deeper link. It’s definitely a positive for us and an advantage as a club because we have such a deep connection with the fans, the streets and the people," she said. Looking ahead, the Gunners are intent on translating pre‑season preparation, new talent, and fan support into a consistent run of results. The aim is clear: avoid early‑season stumbles, maintain defensive solidity, and harness the creativity of newcomers like Stanway to dominate matches.
With a balanced squad that blends seasoned veterans and promising youngsters, Arsenal hopes to turn the lessons of past campaigns into a championship-winning formula. The season promises to be a test of resilience, adaptability, and the collective will to finally bring the WSL title back to the Emirates.