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Emily Fox has officially extended her stay in London, as the U.S. women’s national team defender has signed a three-year contract extension with Arsenal. This deal, confirmed by Yahoo! Sports, marks an important commitment for the player who joined the Gunners in 2024. Fox has made an impressive 93 appearances for Arsenal across all competitions, netting three goals in the process. In the FA Women’s Super League (WSL), she has been a key player, starting 51 out of her 54 league appearances.
Expressing her joy at the contract extension, Fox stated her excitement to continue what she describes as a homecoming. She emphasized her gratitude for the opportunity to represent such a prestigious club: “To be a part of Arsenal is to be a part of something bigger, and I feel like I’m in the best place to keep pushing for more.”
During her time at Arsenal, Fox has claimed several honors, including the 2023-24 FA Women’s League Cup and the 2024-25 UEFA Women’s Champions League. She has also contributed to Arsenal’s success in the 2026 FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Her outstanding performances earned her spots on the WSL Team of the Year for the last two seasons, along with recognition on the Champions League Team of the Season.
Before making her mark in Europe, Fox had a stellar collegiate career at the University of North Carolina, which launched her professional journey. She began her pro career with Racing Louisville in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), being the first overall pick in the 2021 NWSL College Draft. In her debut season, she made 39 starts in 40 appearances, showcasing her potential from the onset.
In 2023, Fox transitioned to the North Carolina Courage, where she continued to impress by starting all 18 matches and contributing to the team’s title-winning campaign in the 2023 NWSL Challenge Cup. Her strong defensive skills and consistent performances have solidified her reputation as one of the league’s premier defenders.
Internationally, Fox has represented the United States, playing a vital role in the team’s triumph at the 2024 Summer Olympics, where they secured a gold medal. To date, she has earned 78 caps for the U.S. women’s national team, scoring once. She has also enjoyed success in the Concacaf tournaments, winning the W Championship in 2022 and the Gold Cup in 2024. Additionally, Fox has been instrumental in four victorious SheBelieves Cup campaigns from 2022 to 2026.
