“It’s so exciting for it to be the first structured Asian Women’s Champions League,” McNamara shared with AAP.
“Of course, representing your country is a major milestone, making those games very significant in my career. But in terms of club play, this is undoubtedly the most significant game.”
Australians look to grasp European Champions League trophy
Meanwhile, underdogs Arsenal are hoping for an upset and are vying to win their second-ever European title.
Steph Catley (centre) and Kyra Cooney-Cross (right) of Arsenal aspire to join the elite group of Australian footballers who have secured a victory in the European Women’s Champions League final. Source: AAP / Joel Carrett
It’s the first time all three women will contest a Champions League final — and they’ll be hoping to join the likes of Ellie Carpenter, who is the only Australian woman to lift the trophy after 2020 and 2022 wins with Lyon.
‘Anything can happen’
“It’s the best thing about Champions League football. And there’s no place I’d rather be.”
Matilda player, Steph Catley, has her sights set on winning the Champions League with Arsenal. Source: AAP / Jay Patel
“Obviously, for Australians that follow Arsenal and that follow us, it’s a massive occasion.”
“Because anyone that knows world football knows how hard it is to be successful over here, especially in the Champions League, and in European competitions in general.”
