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Arsenal women’s coach signs long-term deal
The Women’s Super League team, Arsenal, has officially confirmed a fresh, extended contract for manager Jonas Eidevall.
The 40-year-old Swedish coach guided the Gunners to victory in the Continental Cup and led the team to the semi-finals of the Champions League.
He said: “I’m full of pride to have signed a new contract with this football club.
“I’m aware of the huge privilege and responsibility that comes along with my role at Arsenal.
“This is a special place with a special group of players and staff and we all believe there is a great future ahead of us here, so I am delighted to have agreed a new deal.
“We’ve made great progress on and off the pitch over the last couple of years and we are all working hard to continue that growth every single day.
“Our ambition is to be competing for the highest honours in women’s football consistently and we all believe we are capable of achieving that.
“I’d also like to say a special thank you to our supporters. From the moment I arrived, I’ve felt your warm support and it means the world.
“Home or away, our supporters never fall short — to represent this club, this community, is an honour. Together, we can achieve so much.”