Our Irish roots run deep. They weave together diaspora communities in north London, supporters across the water in Ireland, legendary former players who shaped the club forever and the young stars of tomorrow still to make their mark.  

The common thread is one of belonging; the act of finding home in something – somewhere – new. In this respect, our return to Ireland this week represents a homecoming. When we step out at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on Wednesday 5 August to face Real Betis, we’ll be writing a new entry in the Irish Arsenal story.

To mark that moment, we’re celebrating the connection that continues to define it – and the different ways it comes to life in N5, Dublin and around the world.