Eidevall resigns as Arsenal women’s head coach

Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall has resigned with the north London club sitting sixth in the Women’s Super League (WSL) after winning just one of their opening four games of the 2024-25 season.

Assistant coach Renee Slegers will take charge on an interim basis.

“We thank Jonas for his commitment to the club and achievements here since joining us in 2021.

“We have great respect for the dedication and commitment he showed to our women’s first team and recognise the role he has played in the growth and development of Arsenal Women,” sporting director Edu said.

Eidevall signed a new three-year contract with the club last October after consecutive top-three finishes in the WSL, while also winning the Women’s League Cup in the past two seasons.

Arsenal failed to win any of their last three games under the Swede, drawing one and losing two.

They suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat at Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, before slipping to a 2-1 loss at home to Chelsea three days later.

“Our focus will now turn to the process of appointing a new head coach, and in the meantime, supporting Renee [Slegers], as she takes interim charge of the team starting with two important fixtures this week,” Edu added.

Sleger’s first match comes on Wednesday when Norwegian club Valerenga visit in the Champions League.

Arsenal then make the short trip to London rivals West Ham, who are 11th and yet to win in the WSL this season.

“Jonas has brought us back-to-back trophies in the last two seasons, together with many memorable moments on the pitch.

“We have full confidence in Renee to take responsibility for the team in the interim period,” director of women’s football Clare Wheatley said.

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