Amanda Ilestedt

Stina Blackstenius' success: Decided the top match

The top meeting in Super League between Arsenal and Manchester City was at least a thrilling story. National team star Stina Blackstenius made sure to get a leading role.

Back after pregnancy: "Emotional"

Arsenal's 5–0 win over Bristol City was anything but exciting. For a Swedish substitute, the match was still special. It was very emotional, says Amanda Ilestedt about her first substitute appearance after becoming a mom.

No Messi or Ronaldo – a new era for football

During Monday evening, the world's best soccer player is announced. For the first time since 2003, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo are nominated. There has never been a rivalry like this before, says soccer author Jonathan Wilson.

Rytting Kaneryd behind the win – sank Aston Villa

The club has won the last four seasons. But Chelsea wants more. The road to further trophy lifts became 1-0 against Aston Villa – with Johanna Rytting Kaneryd as the match winner.

Ilestedt has become a mom

Arsenal's Draw: New Home Arena

Women's football in England is growing rapidly. For Arsenal's part, it means, for example, that the women's team has now got the same main arena as the men's team. It's an enormous growth, says coach Jonas Eidevall ahead of the season start.

Kafaji: "I've shared small secrets"

Rosa Kafaji left Häcken for Arsenal just a month ago. Now she's back to face her old club team in the Champions League. Maybe I've revealed a few small secrets, says the 21-year-old.

Newly Built Häcken Wants to Shake Arsenal

Häcken has rebuilt half the team since the last Champions League game. But the self-confidence remains in the squad, notes new acquisition Paulina Nyström. I think it was a perfect opponent, she says ahead of the double match against Arsenal.