Eighteen years ago, when Arsenal’s women’s team conquered Europe for the first time, more continental success seemed almost inevitable. Victory in the 2007 UEFA Women’s Cup Final, over Umea, a Swedish

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A decade on from the launch of Sport England’s This Girl Can campaign, more women than ever are enjoying the mind-body benefits that playing sport nets you. Whether you want to finesse your forehand or bolster your ball-skills, read on to join them