They've been inseparable since they were seven - Leah, the bold girl with a football at her feet and the world on her shoulders, and her quieter counterpart, the one who always knew when Leah needed a moment of silence more than a speech. From playground games to national stadiums, failed relationships to milestone moments, their lives have twisted and grown in tandem - but never quite together. Now in their late twenties, both tired of love that never quite fit, they're still each other's favourite person. And it's enough. It always has been. Until a wedding. A toast. A bottle of wine too many. And a kiss. One kiss that starts unravelling everything they thought they knew - about themselves, about each other, and about the years between them. Told with quiet yearning and slow-burn intimacy, The Years Between Us is a tender exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the kind of love that was always there - just waiting to be seen. 🚨Mature Content 18+🚨

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.

you know how to ball i know aristotle Issy Adams: World's highest grossing upcoming actress. Alexia Putellas: La Reina. Best female footballer in the world. When two worlds collide will they fit together, or cause destruction? Alexia Putellas x OC Short story

When Amelia Jones lands her dream job as the social media manager for the Lionesses, she's ready to grow their online presence and connect the team with the public. What she isn't prepared for is the growing connection she feels with the team's charismatic captain. As Amelia steps into a world of elite sports, unexpected friendships, and behind-the-scenes pressure, she finds herself juggling more than just media campaigns. New job. New team. New feelings. Follow Amelia as she discovers that some connections can't be planned...no matter how good your content calendar is.

An enemies-to-lovers second-chance romance set during the 2025 Euros. Holland Taylor was supposed to be the future of England football-until she vanished after the 2022 Euros. No injury. No statement. Just silence. Everyone had a theory... but no one knew the truth. Now, three years later, she's back in the squad for the 2025 Euros, and nothing is the same. Especially not the captain. Leah Williamson. The girl no one knew she fell for. The girl who shattered her. In a team full of questions, under a spotlight that never dims, Holland and Leah are forced back into each other's orbit. They can fake it for the cameras. But behind closed doors? It's only a matter of time before the past catches up.

When I landed my dream job as Arsenal's new physiotherapist, I knew I'd be dealing with pressure. What I didn't expect was her. Leah Williamson - captain, England star, and the most stubborn player I've ever met. From the moment we clashed, it's been constant arguments, eye-rolls, and sarcastic remarks. She doesn't trust me, and I can't stand her attitude. But when an injury forces her into my hands, everything changes. Behind the fire and the walls, I start to see the real Leah - vulnerable, protective, and impossible to ignore. One mistake, that's all it takes and both our careers are over. Is she worth the risk and am I willing to take it?

Maeve Linton's transfer from Manchester United to Arsenal was supposed to be a fresh start - new city, new teammates, and no unnecessary drama. Two years on, her career is thriving... but her personal life is a mess, thanks to her parents' relentless questions about her love life. In a moment of desperation, Maeve blurts out that she's already seeing someone. And when they press for details, she drags in the only person she trusts enough to fake it with - her best friend and teammate, Leah Williamson. Leah agrees, because that's what best friends do. They hold hands at family dinners, post the occasional carefully-staged photo, and laugh through awkward questions. But the longer they play pretend, the less it feels like acting. Jokes turn into late-night confessions. Staged kisses feel alarmingly real. And suddenly, Maeve and Leah are caught in a game neither of them prepared for. With the season heating up and feelings threatening to derail everything, the two must figure out if they're willing to risk their friendship for something more - or if love, like football, sometimes requires the boldest moves of all.

Katie McCabe lives for the fight. Arsenal's fiery left-back is no stranger to a tackle, a sarcastic grin, or a well-timed wind-up - especially when it comes to her favourite enemy: Liverpool's smug, showboating right winger. They've clashed for years - bruises, yellow cards, and goal-saving blocks - locked in a battle neither one wants to lose. The pitch is war. The rivalry is personal. So when the transfer window slams shut and Arsenal unveil their surprise new signing? Katie's jaw hits the floor. Because standing there, in red and white, is the one player she swore she'd never speak to off the pitch. Now, they've got to train together. Travel together. Play together. And suddenly, the lines between hatred and heat start to blur. Enemies off the pitch. Teammates on it. And something else entirely in between. One pitch. Two enemies. Zero self-control.

Montana Berg, known affectionately as "Ice," is a rising star in the world of football. With a fierce determination and an unshakeable calmness in high-pressure situations, she has earned her nickname for her ability to perform flawlessly when the stakes are highest. Whether it's a penalty shootout or a crucial match point, Montana thrives under the spotlight, her icy demeanor allowing her to make split-second decisions that often lead her team to victory. Off the field, Montana is a blend of warmth and intensity. She is fiercely loyal to her friends and teammates, always ready to support them in their moments of need. Yet, on the pitch, she transforms into a formidable force, with her eyes set on the goal and a heart that beats only for the game. As she navigates the challenges of her sport, Montana learns that true strength lies not just in her skills, but in her ability to connect with those around her, forging bonds that are as strong as her resolve. There's one bond though, that may just make Montana "Ice"... melt.

Leah williamson/Alessia Russo x OC Arsenal's newest signing, Riley Wälti, has spent her entire life playing in Germany. But when the chance arose to be closer to her sister, Lia Wälti, she left everything familiar behind and moved to London. Between late-night talks on the couch with Leah Williamson, the protective love of her sister, and the unexpected comfort she finds in Alessia Russo's clumsy charm, Riley faces a choice. She has to decide who she truly belongs with, follow her heart and choose between Leah and Alessia?