Arsenal's Renee Slegers stays committed amid tough season start

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Arsenal's Renee Slegers stays committed amid tough season start
Summary

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers affirmed her dedication to the team despite a challenging campaign, with the club currently sitting 10th in the WSL. Following a 2-2 draw against Paris FC, Slegers faced criticism as players speculated about her future. However, she has received support from the club and expressed optimism about upcoming matches, particularly against Birmingham City on Saturday. Sadly, Arsenal will be without midfielder Mariona Caldentey for the next 8-10 weeks due to a hamstring injury.

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  • •Arsenal is currently 10th in the WSL, 10 points behind Manchester City.
  • •Slegers confirmed no intention to resign after the Paris FC match.
  • •Caldertey sidelined for 8-10 weeks with a significant hamstring issue.
  • •Arsenal reviews their performance every international window.
  • •Next match is against Birmingham City on Saturday.
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  • 2:16 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal’s Renee Slegers sees ‘light at the end of the tunnel’: ‘I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else’
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Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has said she “would not want to be anywhere else”, reaffirming her commitment to lead the north London side. After five games, Arsenal lie 10th in the WSL — their worst league start to the WSL season since 2014 — and are 10 points behind Manchester City. Before the international break, The Athletic reported Slegers was in tears following the 2-2 Champions League draw with Paris FC. According to multiple sources, speaking anonymously to protect relations, as playe

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