Time skip to the last game of the season
It's been months. Me and Patri are so, so close. I really like her. For months, i stoped myself from admitting that because she wasn't Leah but now i'll admit it because that's okay. She's not Leah she's Patri and Patri is amazing. We aren't together officially. Hell, we haven't even kissed but we have been on a few dates over the last few months.
Today, is the biggest day of our season. The biggest day of my career. This season we have won the double. We won the league and the cup but today is the biggest of the lot.
The champions league final.
Barcelona vs Chelsea. I'm nervous. Of course i am but i want this and i'll fight for it.
We arrived at the stadium. We checked out the pitch, got changed then went out for warm ups. I'm starting up front today with Alexia behind me. This season, my numbers are insane.
I've played over fifty games for Barcelona this season and i've score 31 goals and got 16 assists. Not bad numbers. Alexia, the queen won the ballon D'or and UEFA women's player of the year again. Which is well deserved. Me and Alexia were joined in votes for Barcelona player of the year so we both won it. What a first season this has been for me. But today is what it all comes down to. Today is what matters.
After a good warmup everyone headed back into the changing room. Our manager gave us a speech before Alexia gave us some words of encouragement. We lined up and before i knew it, the game had begun.
Champions League final. Wow.
The game started the best way it could have for us.
"Here comes Martens early doors with Graham Hansen making her way into the box. Martens cuts inside, Hansen makes the run but Martens pulls it back to Roberts. It's Roberts... And it's in!! With just over thirty seconds gone. What a start this is for Barcelona!"
I scored in the Champions League final. I ran towards Leila and we jumped at each other. Alexia, Jenni and Patri then jumped at us before Lieke, Mapi and Graham joined in. Then, the whole team was jumping around me with joy. They all hugged me and i was smiling so brightly. Winning this trophy would be one thing, scoring in the final is another. What. A. Feeling.
In the 12th minute Jenni went down in the box which won us a penalty. As soon as the ref pointed to the spot Alexia grabbed the ball. Alexia was taking it. She put the ball down and got ready. I stood at the edge of the box. I had full confidence in Alexia. It's Alexia. You don't want her shooting for anywhere let alone twelve yards.
"Alexia Putellas for Barcelona to make it two-nil. Which she does, calmly and confidently. Such a composed penalty"
Alexia scored. She ran to the side and pulled at the Barcelona badge on her shirt. I jumped on her back and Jenni jumped at her as well. The rest of the team sprinted over and just like my goal, everyone was ecstatic but everyone knew it wasn't over. It's not over until the final whistle is blown. We know that.
"Alexia Putellas. I love you"
I said as we were walking back to our half.
"Sophie Roberts, you're a star. I love you"
I smiled before jogging away.
2-0 in the 12th minute. Not bad at all.
It got even better in the 19th minute.
Lieke once again ran down the left wing. She crossed it into Jenni who passed it back to Alexia. Alexia played an inch-perfect ball which cut right through the heart of Chelsea's defence. The ball landed perfectly at my feet and i was able to stroke it away. Two goals in the Champions League final. Wow.
3-0 in the 19th minute.
I ran to Lieke and we put our arms around each other but continued running. Mapi ran and jumped at us both, she was shortly after joined by the rest of the team. The vibes in this team are unmatched. I have never felt so much joy scoring a goal in my life. Never, ever.
"Sophie. I fucking love you"
Mapi said before slapping my head.
"Win us this, kid. Win us this"
Mapi grinned at me.
"I'll try my best"
I smiled back.
you know, it's hard to believe that we were 4-0 up before half time. Our fourth goal came in the 35th minute.
Lieke is world class. Yet again she bet Niamh Charles down the left flank. She didn't stop running, she made it to the edge of the box and Hansen had made a run into the middle. Lieke fired a low and hard cross in which landed sweetly for Caro to stroke it home. The two screamed with joy before embracing each other in a hug. I jumped at them, followed by my teammates.
What a day. What a team.
"Lieke. You're insane"
I said as i walked back with the dutchie.
"You've scored two!"
"You've been involved in all four goals. Don't stop. You're amazing"
"Means a-lot coming from the young sensation"
"You inspire me every day Lieke"
I replied which made Lieke smile.
******
The full time whistle blew and we had won the Champions League. 4-0. The players on the bench ran onto the pitch. The Chelsea players fell to the ground in devastation.
I fell to the floor in joy. I started crying. I was a little girl with a dream. A dream of winning this trophy and here i am at twenty two years old.
An FA cup winner.
A WSL winner.
A treble winner but most of all a Champions League winner.
Alexia picked me up and threw me onto her shoulders. I was crying and she was jumping with me on her shoulders.
"You done this. You got us here. You contributed today. You won this. You deserve this. I love you"
Alexia said, loudly so i could hear her over the celebrations that were going on.
"This season has been the best of my life. Moving here is by far the best decision i have ever made. Meeting everyone. Meeting you is something i will never forget. Playing alongside you is something i can't put into words. You're my hero Putellas"
Alexia put me down and wrapped her arms around me. She embraced me in a tight, loving hug.
"To me, you feel like my own kid. I love you more than words describe and you deserve this so much. I am so proud of you. Not just for today but all season. You've been insane. You've not been on 'form' you've just been playing at your level. That's how you play. Keep it up because there is no stopping you. You have the world at your feet"
"You Alexia. Like Viv are more a mum to me than mines ever was. I was a little girl with a dream and here i am. Living my dream surrounded by the best people i've ever met"
"You're stuck with me forever now, little one"
"That's fine by me"
"Let's celebrate"
I jumped on Alexia's back.
I jumped off Alexia's back as she went over with the team. I made sure to talk with the Chelsea players, especially the English ones. Bright, Kirby, England and Niamh. I spoke to them all. I told them that i'm proud of them and they will be back.
After that, i joined my team. We were stood in a circle with our arms around each other, jumping up and down.
******
The moment came and we lived the trophy. Alexia did. Confetti went everywhere and everyone was jumping up and down with the biggest smiles you will ever see. After the first trophy lift, Alexia called me to where she was standing. I went and i lifted it with her. I lifted it alongside her and everyone cheered. Champagne went everywhere. I won't ever forget this.
After the trophy lift and after photos were taken i clapped all of the fans. I signed stuff and took pictures before i lay on the confetti that covered the pitch. I made a confetti angel and just stared up into the sky. I held my meddle and just took it all in. When i sat up i was joined by Patri. She sat down, putting her arms around me. We hugged.
"I'm proud of you"
Patri said.
"I'm proud of us"
I smiled at her.
We let go of each other and when we did i got lost in her eyes. I looked around and no one was watching. The fans that were left were leaving as nothing else was happening. We were just hanging out on the pitch. So, i stared into her eyes.
"can i do something?"
I nervously asked. Patri didn't say anything, instead she just nodded.
I placed a hand on the side of her face and leaned in. I planted a light kiss on her lips and pulled away blushing. Patri, was also blushing. She was red and i'm sure i was too.
Patri went to speak but couldn't get her words out so instead she leaned in and kissed me again. This time when we pulled away we were greeted by a-lot of applause. I turned around and saw my teammates all smirking at us. I shyly smiled at them. They teased us before leaving us alone.
"so?"
Patri asked.
"I really like you Patri. I have for a while now but i didn't want to admit it because you weren't her and i was scared. Scared that i would hurt you. Scared that she would come back and i would leave you. But, i'm not scared anymore. You don't need to be Leah because you're Patri Guijarro and that's all i need. You Patri are amazing, just the way you are. You're perfect"
"About time. Sophie, i liked you the minute i laid eyes on you. You're amazing. You're beautiful and you have a kind heart. Fuck it. Sophie Roberts. I love you, a lot"
"That's cute. I think i love you too. No. I know i do"
Patri smiled and stood up. She stuck a hand out which i grabbed. Once i got up she kissed me again before pulling me into her. Holding me tightly.
******
We celebrated for hours and i mean hours. We didn't leave the stadium until we were told to. We traveled back to Barcelona that night and the celebrations continued. On the plane and on the bus from the airport. They didn't stop and i loved every minute of it.
I made two posts on Instagram.
Once we arrived back in Barcelona. Me, Alexia, Jenni and Patri went home. Caro was staying with Lieke and Mapi. Patri stayed in my room while Jenni stayed in Alexia's room.
Me and Patri watched a movie and cuddled into each other.
I can now, confidently say that I am happy.
@sophieroberts
Champions of Europe. I'm lost for words really. What a night! What a club!
From a little girl born in London, dreaming about one day winning the Champions League to me now. A twenty-two-year old girl, living that dream. I never thought it would happen as early as it did. It was a dream, i wasn't sure it would happen at all. Scoring two goals just puts the icing on the cake.
I won't ever forget this day.
I love this club. Força Barça!💙❤️
Vamossssss❤️
viviannemiedema - No one deserves it more🥰
alexiaps94 - I am so proud of you, kiddo🤍
^my hero❤️
lauren_hemp - superstar⚽️
keirawalsh - So proud of my little sister!
lisaevans_17 - 😍😍😍
annarosepatten - 👑👑👑
alexgreenwood3 - Sis🔥🔥🔥
ellieroebuck_ - so deserved. Happy 4 u💙
stanwaygeorgia - You're cool.
bethmead_ - my hero❤️
jillroord - better than Viv🥰
katie_mccabe11 - Congrats. I'm still waiting on my holiday but sun bed tickets will do🤞🏼
^i'll see what i can do🙄❤️
lucybronze - Keira is a fangirl now😅 Seriously though, i'm so proud of you! You deserve this!
stephcatley - go bestfriend🔥🔥
patri8guijarro -My superstar❤️🔥
^Always😅
liawaelti - superstar⭐️
marialeonn16 - Is your back okay from carrying us all season😅
^shut up Mapi. You pull the strings🙄
daniellevddonk - You're one hell of a player🪄
arsenalwfc - We're so proud of you❤️
^Thank you!
liekemartens - Viv who? I only know Sophie Roberts!
^Flustered now😅
fcbfemeni - Our superstar! Vamos!
^Vamosssss
graham95 - 🔝class
jennihermoso - 😎😎
janafernandez3 - The youngsters rise again!!
^Always😎✌🏻
leilaouahabi - la reina👑
The queen
^ouahabi🥰
@sophieroberts
Dear Barca fans.
My first season at this club has surpassed my expectations and ambitions. I wanted to succeed here but i never imagined my first season here going as well as it has. I fit in almost immediately and i think it took everyone by surprise, including myself.
I was scared and anxious about my move. When i arrived i was terrified. I had never left England before and i didn't speak Spanish and i couldn't understand it so i was understandably very scared and nervous but when i met the girls, all those feelings disappeared. I felt at ease instantly. My debut was amazing. Scoring on your debut is always a good feeling but the best part about that day was meeting you, the fans. Although, i couldn't understand you and you couldn't understand me i felt the love and happiness and it warmed my heart. You have all became very close to my heart after this first season.
This club feels like my home already. I want to be here. This is my team, my club and i'll fight for it until i no longer represent this club, which i hope doesn't happen, not any time soon as right now, there's no where i would rather be. I can't imagine playing anywhere else and that includes back home in England. I want to stay here because i feel at home. I love this club. I love everything about it and everyone associated with it, including the fans❤️
This season has been one to remember. I know i'll never forget it but next season, i'll improve. Next season, i'll be better. A better person and a better player. Off the pitch, this season it's been hard sometimes but my friends haven't left my side and because of them, i'm okay. I'm happy. So happy.
We go again next season. I'll see you all again soon.
Barca fans, i love you all so much.
Força Barça💙❤️
Vamosssss💙❤️
Love Sophie❤️