Chloe Kelly's Rise and Challenges in Women's Football During 2024-2025
In late 2024, Chloe Kelly faced limited playing time at Manchester City and considered leaving due to concerns from her family about her happiness. In January 2025, she moved on loan to Arsenal where she achieved significant success.
In May 2025, Kelly and Arsenal won the UEFA Women’s Champions League, defeating Barcelona 1-0. Later, in July 2025, Kelly scored the winning penalty for England in the Euros final against Spain, securing a second consecutive Euros title.
Her achievements during the year earned her a fifth-place finish in the Ballon d’Or Féminin and a first-time selection to the FIFPRO World11. By late 2025, she was a favourite to win Sports Personality of the Year.
In December 2025, Kelly sustained a knee ligament injury during a match against Ghana and was expected to be sidelined until Christmas, according to Arsenal manager Renée Slegers. Reflecting on her career, Kelly noted how an ACL injury in 2021 shaped her mindset. She actively works with sports psychologists and has highlighted issues related to calendar congestion and the need for more research on injuries in women’s football.
