According to a report by Football London on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Arsenal forward Alessia Russo has been named the club’s Player of the Month for October in recognition of her outstanding displays and impressive goalscoring form.

The England international enjoyed a productive month, scoring five goals in four appearances while playing a significant role in several important results for the Gunners.

Russo opened her scoring run with a fine finish against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, putting Arsenal ahead. She also featured for the full 90 minutes in the 1-1 encounter with Birmingham City.

Her most remarkable performance came in the Champions League clash with Benfica, where she scored a brilliant hat-trick to inspire Arsenal to a comfortable 3-0 victory.

That achievement saw her become the highest-scoring English player in Women’s Champions League history, while Arsenal’s victory also extended their unbeaten run in the competition.

The striker maintained her excellent form in the north London derby against Tottenham. After Arsenal went behind, Russo set up Georgia Stanway’s equaliser before converting a second-half penalty to complete the comeback and secure the win.

Her impressive run continued in Arsenal’s next fixtures, with the forward scoring all three of the club’s goals across their subsequent matches.

She first came to Arsenal’s rescue with a late equaliser against Aston Villa before producing another decisive display against Liverpool. Russo scored twice at Anfield to help the Gunners claim a 2-1 victory.

The latest recognition adds to an already successful period in her career. Russo has also been selected in the FIFPRO Women’s World 11 and is among the nominees for the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year award.

Fans have until November 18 to cast their votes for the BBC award, with the eventual winner expected to be revealed at the Sports Personality of the Year ceremony on December 13.

Russo finished last season with 24 goals from 40 appearances in all competitions, underlining her importance to Arsenal’s attacking setup.

Given her current form, the England forward appears capable of improving on that tally as Arsenal continue their pursuit of domestic and European honours.

With a difficult Champions League meeting against Barcelona on the horizon, her goals and overall influence could be vital to Arsenal’s ambitions this season.