Katie McCabe seals future with Arsenal in exciting contract extension
Katie McCabe extends her contract with Arsenal, where she has been a vital part of the team since 2015 The Republic of Ireland captain's 193 appearances showcase her exceptional quality and character
Katie McCabe has signed a new contract with Arsenal.
The club have not specified when the new deal will keep the Republic of Ireland captain at the club until.
Defender McCabe, 28, has played in 193 matches since she joined Arsenal from Shelbourne in December 2015. Sunday afternoon's WSL opener against Liverpool will mark the beginning of her ninth season with the Gunners.
In an interview with the club's official website, McCabe expressed her excitement and commitment to Arsenal: "This football club is my home, and I am thrilled to have extended my contract. I've matured both as a player and an individual here and formed a truly unique connection with our fans, which holds great significance to me."
Over time, I have encountered a multitude of incredible moments at this place. However, I firmly believe that the most remarkable instances are yet to unfold, and I am fully aware that the objective here at Arsenal is to strive for the ultimate accolades.
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Katie McCabe was named Arsenal's Player of the Season for 2022/23
During her tenure in north London, McCabe has clinched the WSL and Women's FA Cup titles once each, while also triumphing in the Continental Tyres League Cup twice.
In the previous season, McCabe garnered recognition as Arsenal's Player of the Season, earned a spot in the Women's Champions League Team of the Season, and even received a nomination for the 2023 Ballon d'Or.
Head coach Jonas Eidevall expressed his joy in announcing that Katie McCabe has agreed to a new contract with us. On and off the pitch, McCabe brings immense value and we are thrilled to have her continue with us. Having been consistently exceptional in world football, her outstanding quality and exemplary character play a pivotal role in our team.
We take great pride in witnessing McCabe's remarkable leadership as captain during the previous season, and I eagerly anticipate the future accomplishments we can achieve together.
Clare Wheatley, the Head of Women's Football, expressed her excitement about Katie signing a new deal with Arsenal. She emphasized Katie's importance to the club and the positive impact she has on their ongoing development. The news of her continued presence in the team for the foreseeable future is indeed fantastic. Clare also expressed confidence that the fans will join her in congratulating Katie and eagerly anticipate watching her and her teammates play at the Emirates on Sunday.
McCabe: It's been a journey to get here
In an interview with Arsenal.com, Katie McCabe expressed her excitement about her journey in football. She acknowledged that being a young player in Ireland, one could feel like a big fish in a small pond. However, coming to Arsenal and being part of a dressing room with esteemed players such as Emma Byrne, Kelly Smith, Alex Scott, and Farah Williams was a challenging experience.With limited playing time, I relied heavily on Emma for guidance during my first year. She helped me navigate what steps to take next, how to improve my game, and even encouraged me to go out on loan. It wasn't until I returned from Glasgow, in a better mental state and with a renewed competitive spirit, that my Arsenal career truly took off.
The Scottish league concluded in November, leaving me with only two weeks at Arsenal before I potentially had the opportunity to move elsewhere. Having nothing to lose during those two weeks, I fully embraced the situation. With Joe Montemurro assuming the managerial role and my newfound position as the captain of Ireland, it was a period of transition and I wholeheartedly embraced the challenge.
How to follow the WSL on Sky Sports
Stay up to date with all the latest news and updates from the Women's Super League on SkySports.com and our app. Get access to exclusive features, interviews, and live blog coverage, along with in-game clips from the matches streamed on We.Additionally, you can catch the free match highlights of every WSL game this season on our digital platforms and YouTube channel. Even without a We package, you can still watch all the matches on We Football and Sky Showcase, which is available in all Sky homes, ensuring even greater exposure for the competition.
In addition to being showcased on We's main social media channels, the league will receive extensive coverage and exposure on the dedicated Twitter channel @SkySportsWSL. This channel will serve as the central hub for all content related to the Barclays FA WSL on We.
The We WSL TikTok account provides fans with comprehensive coverage of the league, allowing them exclusive access to their newfound favorite players. Through entertaining challenges, interviews, and behind-the-scenes videos, viewers will have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the various personalities in the WSL and experience the sport from unique perspectives.
Meanwhile, fans can also keep up to date with everything on and off the pitch with the return of Three Players and a Podcast, hosted by Caroline Barker.
