Ashley Lawrence acknowledges that Chelsea players talk about the possibility of achieving a historic quadruple.

Ashley Lawrence, the Chelsea player, has revealed that the team often discusses the possibility of achieving a historic quadruple, but it is not their main focus. Chelsea, who recently reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, are on track to become the first English women’s team to win four major trophies in a single season.

Currently leading the Women’s Super League table on goal difference ahead of Manchester City, Chelsea are also set to face Manchester United in the Women’s FA Cup semi-finals and Arsenal in the Women’s League Cup final.

Lawrence stated, “It’s always there, we talk about it. But our focus is on day by day. We work towards the next game, but we are excited to be in this position.” She acknowledged that the team is aware of the four trophies and that manager Emma Hayes and the experienced players understand what it takes to win. However, their main focus remains on taking each game as it comes.

Lawrence praised Hayes for her unwavering confidence, which she believes will be crucial in the upcoming crucial matches. Of particular significance are the two legs of the Women’s Champions League semi-final against Barcelona, which will be broadcast live. Chelsea has never won the Women’s Champions League, and it is a priority for Hayes before she departs at the end of the season to manage the United States national women’s team. However, Chelsea has yet to defeat Barcelona in European competition.

Lawrence expressed her admiration for Hayes, stating, “She was a big part of my decision to sign for Chelsea. Everyone in the football world is aware of Emma and the impact she has had in England and globally.” Lawrence believes that Hayes has the ability to transform a team into a winning mentality and exudes confidence. She emphasized the importance of Hayes’s unwavering belief heading into the finals.

Arsenal is the only English team to have won the Women’s Champions League, achieving the feat in 2007 when they secured the treble. They also won the Community Shield that year. Last season, Arsenal prevented Chelsea from winning the treble by defeating them 3-1 in the Women’s League Cup final. The two teams will meet again in this year’s final, which will take place at Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton.

Lawrence acknowledged that anything can happen in the final and that Arsenal is a top team. Despite Chelsea’s recent victory over Arsenal, she expects a different challenge in the final. Lawrence emphasized the need for the team to maintain their conviction and be ready for the match, as Arsenal will undoubtedly come out stronger.

In conclusion, Chelsea’s Ashley Lawrence has revealed that while the team discusses the possibility of achieving a historic quadruple, their main focus remains on taking each game as it comes. With crucial matches ahead, including the Women’s Champions League semi-final against Barcelona and the Women’s League Cup final against Arsenal, Lawrence praised manager Emma Hayes for her unwavering confidence. Chelsea aims to become the first English women’s team to win four major trophies in a season, but they are aware of the challenges that lie ahead.