Home > Arsenal Football Club > Arsenal Women > Arsenal Women v Brighton & Hove Albion
Arsenal Women Prepare for Match Against Brighton & Hove Albion in Empty Meadow Park
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Arsenal Football Club
Arsenal Women Prepare for Match Against Brighton & Hove Albion in Empty Meadow Park
BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - APRIL 25: Steph Catley of Arsenal before the Barclays FA Womens Super League match between Arsenal Women and Brighton & Hove Albion Women at Meadow Park on April 25, 2021 in Borehamwood, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Arsenal FC are a professional football club based in Islington, London, England
Media ID 20898562
© 2021 The Arsenal Football Club Plc
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image captured by David Price for Arsenal Football Club, Steph Catley of Arsenal Women focuses intently as she prepares for the Barclays FA WSL (Women's Super League) match against Brighton & Hove Albion Women at an empty Meadow Park in Borehamwood, England, on April 25, 2021. The photograph encapsulates the unique atmosphere of women's club soccer during the coronavirus pandemic, as government social distancing laws prohibit fans from attending games in person, resulting in matches being played behind closed doors. The desolate scene at Meadow Park stands in stark contrast to the vibrant energy and passion that usually fills the stands during live sporting events. Instead, the players and their support staff are the only ones present, ensuring that the game can continue amidst the ongoing health crisis. Catley, a key defender for Arsenal Women, is seen here adjusting her protective gear, her determined expression reflecting the resilience and unwavering commitment of the players and the sport as a whole. The empty stands, devoid of the usual roar of the crowd, create an eerie silence that underscores the gravity of the situation. Yet, the players' focus remains undeterred, as they carry on with their preparations, demonstrating the unyielding spirit of the game and their unwavering dedication to their craft. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by the sports world during the pandemic, and the indomitable spirit of athletes and fans alike in the face of adversity.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
