Skye Bueckers, a 20-year-old rising football star, joins Arsenal WFC after a successful run with UConn and the USWNT. While thriving on the pitch, she struggles with complicated personal relationships. She has undeniable chemistry with her teammate Alessia Russo, but things never quite work out. At the same time, there's a secret, intense connection with Nika Mühl, her sister Paige's best friend, which no one knows about. As Skye navigates her career, friendships, and love life, she must figure out where her heart truly belongs.

⚽ Before the Whistle Blows Grief brought Rory home. Football brought her back. Love might just keep her there. Aurora "Rory" Davis has always belonged on the pitch. Scouted at sixteen, a rising star for Orlando Pride, and now, her dream call-up to the World Cup for Team USA. But when her mum passes away, Rory's world comes crashing down. Football feels meaningless, grief is consuming her, and stepping back onto the field seems impossible. Until a second chance appears-an unexpected spot on England's squad. With her best friends Ella Toone and Alessia Russo by her side, Rory takes the leap. But playing through heartbreak isn't easy, and every day is a battle between who she was and who she's becoming. Then there's Leah Williamson-captain, teammate, and the one person Rory never saw coming. Sharing a room with her brings late-night talks, unspoken feelings, and walls Rory isn't sure she's ready to break down. But Leah has her own scars, and when she pulls away, Rory is left more confused than ever. Love. Loss. Family. Football. Before the final whistle blows, Rory has to decide if she's ready to let someone in again-or if some games are meant to be played alone. Three best friends, one captain, and a love story written between heartbreak and the beautiful game. -Regular scheduled Uploads, multiple times a week.-

Leah Williamson is used to pressure. As Arsenal Women's captain and an England legend, she knows how to lead a team, stay composed, and never let anyone past her guard. Samantha Jenkins is a rising star on the track, training for the Olympics with nothing but grit and speed. They meet by accident - a stolen glance across a stadium, a follow on Instagram, a bold message neither of them expects to change everything. What begins as teasing banter and stolen moments soon spirals into something deeper: voice notes at midnight, custom football boots engraved with initials, and a little family who thinks Leah might just be magic. But as the world watches them chase gold, records, and greatness - Leah and Sam have to navigate something far more terrifying than elite sport: falling in love, for real. A slow-burn, sports romance filled with chaos, tenderness, and the kind of love that changes everything - even the finish line.

Eliza (Ella) Parker, a small-town Australian girl, always dreamt of a life beyond the endless fields she grew up in. Determined to find something more, she bought a one-way ticket to London, leaving behind the familiar for the unknown. In her new small town across the world, a simple waitressing job brought Ella many friends and a sense of belonging. But she never expected to meet Kyra Cooney-Cross, a fellow Australian whose simple coffee order would spin her world around and bring her dreams to life. As their connection deepened, Ella discovered that love, while transformative, isn't always the perfect fairy tale. "Across the Ocean" is a heartwarming and tumultuous journey of self-discovery, love, and the pursuit of a dream that transcends borders.

15-year-old Katerina Steele was a prodigy; academics were her life, but football was her escape. Due to her gifted academics, Kat was given more opportunities, sitting her HSCs 2 years early, in late year 10. She did everything perfectly. She was in the highest level of ballet, she played guitar, and most extraordinarily, she was incredible at football. When Tony catches wind of a football prodigy, he calls her up to try out for the national team. She's scared she won't live up to expectations, but she has to, right? After all, she's the prodigy.

After Jamies parents get a divorce, Jamie moves from Spain to Ireland, where she decides to go after her dream while somehow falling in love. What will happened when she get's scouted? What will happen with their bond?

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.

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.

"You know, I made a promise to myself a year ago that I'd never fall in love again." Niamh spoke as Leah tilted her head to position her ear at Niamh's mouth to ensure she could hear her words. Leah chuckled and looked down at the floor before manoeuvring her neck back up to look at Niamh's round, green eyes, gazing, as they mirrored Leah's blue ones. "Oh yeah? How's that going for you?" -------♥︎ When broken-hearted, Niamh, moves back to her childhood town of Milton Keynes after a messy altercation with the ending of a relationship, she vows to never love again. But after football sensation, Leah Williamson, continues making regular appearances at Niamh's family cafe, could it spark something inside of her and change her outlook on loving forever? social media x real life start date: 12/08/22 finish date: 01/06/24 #1 in women's fiction🥇 *there is no mature content other than language and alcohol consumption throughout the story* i DO NOT own any of the lionesses, Williamsons/Bakers, I DO, however, own Niamh, her family and any additional characters alongside their storylines :)

When I signed my contract with Arsenal, I thought my biggest challenge would be proving myself on the pitch. I never expected her. Leah Williamson - the captain of Arsenal and England, the leader, the woman every player looks up to. She's confident, focused, and completely out of my league. Playing for England was okay- I barely had to see her, didn't share a room- didn't really speak. But now, singing for her club im gonna need someone I know and maybe, that will be her. But training sessions turn into late-night talks, glances become touches, and soon, I'm falling - fast. The only problem? Love was never part of the game plan... and in football, one wrong move can cost you everything. Contains mature content🔞!! Only read if you're okay with it!!