BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year Contender Mariong Caldentey

Caldentey on the move from Barcelona to Arsenal:

“It’s sad but exciting at the same time. I feel it’s the chance for me for a new challenge. I’ve been together for 10 years at Barca, also in football.

“It seems like a crazy decision because I’m in a very good place and I’m very good there but I think it’s very easy that I have a good decision. From the first time I arrived it was the right decision. From the first time I arrived it was right for me so I’m very easy on me and I’m very happy that I’m here.”

On what works well in the arsenal:

“I feel confident playing here. The coaches listen to me, they want the best from me during the season.

On his emotions during the Champions League Final:

“Playing in the end, it’s very difficult and strange for me. Usually I’m not nervous for a special trip all day. Arsenal can win again after 18 years.”

To reach the Euro 2025 final in Spain:

“It still hurts when I think of the end. We must remember that we are making history because we are a strong generation that we are a strong generation that we are a strong generation that we are a strong generation that we are a strong general who is a person.