At twenty-four, Ellie O'Connell has fought harder than most to make it in football. Partially deaf since childhood, she's spent years learning to read the game in her own way-through instinct, timing, and sheer resilience. Talent has never been her problem; being underestimated always has. When Arsenal offers her the chance of a lifetime, Ellie knows she belongs-but she also knows the Women's Super League spotlight will test every weakness she's worked so hard to hide. Leah Williamson, Arsenal's unshakable captain, doesn't believe in weakness. Stone-faced and disciplined, Leah leads with an iron will, never allowing herself to falter-on or off the pitch. To Ellie, she's everything untouchable: a role model, a wall, a woman impossible to impress. But as the season unfolds, Leah starts to notice the quiet strength behind Ellie's guarded exterior. And Ellie, in turn, discovers that even the toughest leaders have their own cracks, their own silences. What begins as respect grows into something far more dangerous: a slow-burning, impossible-to-ignore connection that threatens to break through every wall they've built. A story of resilience, trust, and the unexpected ways love can be heard-even in the quiet.

Two footballers at the pinnacle of their careers find themselves irresistibly drawn to one another, their connection as electrifying as it is complicated. But with greatness comes sacrifice, and the question looms: will they risk everything they've worked for-their dreams, their reputations, and the game they love-for the chance at love? Or will their relentless drive to remain at the top force them to choose ambition over each other, risking it all crumbling under the weight of their desires? [Alexia x OC]

Jaimee Collins and Leah Williamson The Centre-Backs. Legends for England and Arsenal. Childhood best friends. Jaimee and Leah grew up side by side in Milton Keynes after Jaimee's family relocated there. Their mothers, Ellis and Amanda, became fast friends-just like their daughters. From the moment Jaimee was born, Leah felt an instinctive need to protect her. They shared everything-birthdays, traditions, and dreams. At just six years old, they joined Arsenal's academy together, united by a single goal: to become legends in red and white. At 15, Jaimee signed her first professional contract with Arsenal. A year later, she earned her debut for the Lionesses, forging a path that was both bold and bright. Leah remained devoted to Arsenal too, breaking into the first team at 17 and later donning the England shirt with pride. Over the years, their bond only deepened. Together, they became the heart of Arsenal's defense-commanding, fearless, adored by fans. Two queens. Two icons. One unbreakable friendship. But what if it's more than just friendship? What happens when the lines blur-between loyalty, love, and legacy? Will they remain unbreakable? Or will it break them?

Jaycee Jones is a walking media scandal. Every week she wakes up and sees her name in the press for something that was innocent but never looked it. She's on her last legs with Arsenal and it's only going to end one way. Her girlfriend Isabel keeps her from spiralling. Her friends want her to come to Barcelona. But will she have a choice in the end, when he career is hanging on a by a thread? MDNI 18+

Izzi Charles, the world's best footballer-a generational talent who has redefined the game with her exceptional skill. With an impressive collection of trophies and records, she dominates the pitch like no one else. Yet beneath her rise lies a guarded soul, shaped by sacrifice and the hidden scars of her past. A Barcelona player since her youth, Izzi's heart belongs to the club. It's at The FIFAS BEST Awards where she first meets Alessia Russo-England's golden girl and a star in her own right. The moment their eyes lock, an undeniable spark forms, but neither is ready to confront what that could mean. As their bond deepens, so do the challenges they must navigate, both on and off the pitch. In a world that demands perfection, can their love grow into something unrivaled or will the fear of what's at stake keep them apart?

Alexia Mercier thrives on precision. As a world-class goalkeeper, she's built her career on focus, discipline, and an unyielding need for control. But when she transfers to Arsenal, the electrifying energy of her new team-and their larger-than-life personalities-threatens to disrupt her carefully maintained calm. Thrown into a squad as dynamic off the pitch as they are on it, Alexia struggles to adapt to a world of constant noise, relentless camaraderie, and a pressure to not just play but also connect. Her fiery new teammate, Katie McCabe, is the embodiment of that chaos-unpredictable, bold, and utterly unapologetic. As Alexia tries to find balance in a world that thrives on spontaneity, she'll discover that sometimes, losing control might be the key to finding what really matters.

It's the year 2027. After the ligament operation, Alexia's recovery, which initially seemed very promising, was marred by one complication after another. Time, slow recuperation, and age eventually distanced her from professional football. Although her life as a footballer with FC Barcelona is now in the distant past, football has never completely left her. Alexia decided to return to the town where it all began, Mollet del Vallès, and take care of the local team, stepping out of the spotlight. For the first time in a long time, Alexia lives peacefully, but life has other plans for her. A mysterious call summons her to Zaragoza under the strictest secrecy. The RFEF (Real Federación Española de Fútbol) has been abusing its power and neglecting women's football for too long. It's time to take action, and among a group of well-known faces in the sport, Alexia has been chosen for a crucial role. Her refusal is clear. Alexia is settled in a happy and tranquil life, but everything changes when she discovers that she was selected precisely by Elena Garay, head of public relations and press at UEFA, who disappeared from her life, abandoning her without any consideration, and became the reason she hasn't been able to feel anything remotely close to love in over a decade. The world of football is ready for them, but Elena Garay remains a very ugly scar, and the RFEF won't be easily or cleanly defeated. It's time to raise their voices. It's time come back home.

Charlie-Jade Williamson, the English skippers younger sister, a lifelong gunner just like her older sister. What happens when she starts her Lioness first team career || Womens football 🥇arsenal 🥇gunner 🥇grace clinton

when steph catley's young sister signs for the highest level club in the world. will she come out of her sister shadow or fall back into it?

Anya Madani barely makes it to Barcelona, and she is just too interesting not to pursue. --- Alexia Putellas x Original Character