Chloe Kelly Rises to Glory With Arsenal in UCL Final

Speaking after the Women’s Champions League final, Chloe Kelly shared her emotional journey — from nearly quitting football to lifting the prestigious trophy with Arsenal.

Struggling for game time at Manchester City during the first half of the season, Kelly hit a career low. Things changed when Arsenal came with a loan offer four months ago.

“The moment I stepped into this club, I found joy again. I was on the verge of quitting football completely. I’m just so grateful,” said Kelly.

Arsenal held off intense pressure from Barcelona before Stina Blackstenius netted the winning goal in the second half — securing the North London club’s second Champions League title in front of 5,000 traveling supporters.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright praised the team’s achievement: “They’ve saved the club. Beating Barcelona, a team that usually scores four goals per match, is an incredible feat.”