Holmberg's stellar Arsenal debut season

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From Hammarby to Highbury

Teenage defender Smilla Holmberg swapped Sweden for north London at the start of 2026, arriving at Arsenal from Hammarby IF. She was 19, largely unknown - and clearly in no mood to wait around.

Goals, assists, and a brace against Leicester

Holmberg featured in virtually every BWSL fixture after the winter break, racking up 2 goals and 4 assists along the way. Her debut goal? A double against Leicester City in April. Not a bad way to introduce yourself, WSL Football reports.

Solid at the back

It's not all about attacking returns. Holmberg posted an 84% passing accuracy last season, showing composure well beyond her years. Her defensive contributions helped Arsenal grind out crucial league victories.

Plenty still to come

With Ona Batlle now on the books and Katie Reid back from the sidelines, Holmberg has top-tier mentors around her. At 19, the ceiling looks absurdly high.