Kim Little: “We are in a very good position to fight for the Champions League”

Captain of Arsenal Kim Littleis experiencing its most ambitious period yet. After a successful career that included the Premier League, FA Cup, Australian League and American League, where he won the MVP and the Golden Boot, the 24-year-old Scottish footballer wants to lead a historic season at his club life with the Champions League as the real challenge.

The soccer player attends the World of Sports in Arsenal sports city, in London, where he is a true icon.

After a difficult start to the season, Arsenal sit third in the Premier League and are on a clear upward trend How was this incredible reaction?

The truth is that we did not start the season in the best way, but we have improved a lot in the last three months. We are in a good moment now and I think we will continue to improve.

They are also competing in the Champions League. Is this title a pending dream?

Yes, always. I have played many Champions Leagues and this is an exciting tournament. Competing against the best teams in Europe is a privilege. We are already guaranteed the quarterfinals, even with two games left in the group stage, and are in a very good position to fight for the title. I’m looking forward to the knockout stages.

In your team you have two Spanish soccer players, Mariona Caldentey and Laia Codina. How is your adaptation?

So happy to have them here. Our team is full of international players, and there are Mariona and Laia, who had success both in Barcelona and in the Spanish team, is an added value. His mentality and technical, possession-based style of play are a perfect fit. I really enjoy playing with them.

What do you think of the Spanish league and Barça’s successes?

I have the experience of facing Barcelona, ​​​​both when I was young and recently in the Champions League. They have been the team to beat in Europe in recent years, and although this year the teams are more evenly matched, Barça are a good candidate to win it all.

In comparison, the English league is more competitive, are they the example to follow?

Yes, I think the WSL stands out for its high level of quality and competition. In England, every game is a challenge, which is not always the case in Spain, where Barça usually wins the League by a large margin. This competitiveness is something very positive that we have been able to build here.

Arsenal also stands out for its fans. Why do you think the English League and Arsenal have grown so much?

As a club, Arsenal have a rich history in women’s football and their success goes back many years. We play at the Emirates, which allows more people to see us, and we have developed a solid strategy to grow and have a sustainable fan base. It’s great to be a part of it.

You have played in many leagues and countries, including Australia and the United States, where you won the Golden Boot What is the best thing football has given you?

Soccer has allowed me to use my talent to travel, experience different cultures and be a part of this sport that has gone from beginner to international and professional. It was an incredible journey that I enjoyed immensely.

Hope Solo says if she wasn’t Scottish she would be a FIFA World Player because of the opportunities she gets. What do you think about it?

I played Hope in Seattle, and to hear that from a respected colleague is a really nice thing. Hope is probably the best goalkeeper ever, so his words are important to me.

When you were young, did you ever think that a soccer player could go so far?

When I was young, I didn’t see many female footballers, so I had no ambition. But as football grew and became more professional, I began to believe in my possibilities and was committed to following through every step of the way.

Now that you have achieved so much, what is your dream?

My dream is to continue playing, be healthy and enjoy more years at Arsenal, competing in top-level tournaments with great players. I just want to continue enjoying this journey.

It is an icon for generations to come. What message would you give to girls who want to become professional soccer players?

I would tell them to work hard, focus on developing both physical and technical skills, and enjoy the moment because it passes quickly. It’s important to take advantage of every stage along the way.