Strong Story
From refugee camp to surgeon and football star: the story of Nadia Nadim
Today’s story feels like something out of a reportage book by Åsne Seierstad. Just like in the Norwegian journalist’s work, this is no fictional tale — even if it reads like one. Footballer Nadia Nadim is not only a professional athlete, but also a qualified doctor. Her journey to the pitch led through refugee camps.
The Hidden Opponent: Endometriosis in Women’s Football
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a condition that is frequently discussed in the world of women’s football. Many footballers who suffer from this disease are very open about it, sharing their experiences. What is it like to live with such a painful condition while also being a professional athlete, where your body is expected to perform at its peak?
Her Hardest Saves Came Off the Pitch: The Story of Ann-Katrin Berger
Ann-Katrin Berger has lifted trophies with her clubs and won Olympic bronze with Germany. But the defining moments of her life did not come in stadiums — they came in a battle she fought twice, and won.
From Doubt to Double European Glory: The Rise of Leah Williamson
Today, Leah Williamson is among the most beloved players in the women’s game — a two-time Lionesses captain and a Champions League winner with Arsenal. But her journey to that status was not guaranteed. At one point, everything could have shifted because of a single interview.
For Her Mum: How Esperanza Pizarro Found Strength in Football
Today, Esperanza Pizarro is one of the standout names in Uruguayan women’s football and a key presence at Eibar in Spain’s Liga F, where she has played since 2023. But her journey could easily have taken a very different turn.
England's most beloved player who almost quit football. Chloe Kelly and her crazy season
In January 2025, she wanted to quit football. Then she won the Champions League title, scored the most important goal on the Euros for the second time and, in her own words, found happiness again. England's fan favourite Chloe Kelly has had a turbulent season behind her.
How Arsenal won the Champions League, part two
No Gooner will ever forget May 24, 2025, and the words "It's Arsenal. It's Arsenal. Champions of Europe!" Arsenal was considered a complete underdog in the final and almost dropped out of the competition twice. What path led to this dream moment?Â
