Arsenal have issued a statement on the lack of diversity in their women's team.

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• Arsenal have an all-white senior squad
• Team photo sparked debate
• Gunners have responded

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Arsenal posted their team photo earlier this week and there was plenty of controversy sparked by the image. They do not have a single black or ethnic minority player in their squad and they have now pledged to drive greater inclusion in their squad.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Arsenal remain one of the most successful women's teams in the country. They have won 60 trophies in their time but there is a stark disparity when it comes to the diverse make-up of the men's squad and the lack of diversity in the women's side.

• WHAT THEY SAID

  Arsenal's statement read: "We acknowledge our current women’s first-team squad does not reflect the diversity that exists across the club and the communities we represent.

  “Increasing participation among young women and girls from diverse backgrounds is a key priority for us at academy level, with specific measures in place to improve pathways and accessibility.

  "Across all our teams, including our men’s and women’s academies, we’re proud of our players from diverse backgrounds who have contributed to our history, success and culture. It’s a priority for the club to continue to drive greater diversity and inclusion and create a sense of belonging for everyone connected to the club.”

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  WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

  Arsenal play Bristol City on Sunday as they look to build on their dramatic stoppage-time victory over Aston Villa at the Emirates last weekend.

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