Former Arsenal legend Jen Beattie has announced her retirement from football, saying ‘I'm nervous, I'm excited but I'm ready for what's next’.
The 33-year-old, who joined NWSL side Bay FC from the north London club at the beginning of last year, has decided to hang up her boots after a long and decorated career which saw her win five WSL titles, four FA Cups and four League Cups during two spells at the north London club and Manchester City.
Reflecting on her decision to retire, Beattie says: ‘I think it was probably towards the end of last season.