It's possible this Saturday that all of the other WSL matches fall in favor of Aston Villa Women and that the side climbs multiple spots up the standings. Looking back not too long ago, the remote possibility of even finishing in sixth would not have been given the slightest entertainment from anyone.
That is where Natalia Arroyo and her players find themselves now, about to face Brighton & Hove Albion. Regardless of what happens elsewhere around the league, just being in the position to have one final showing and come together for the last game of the season is something that should be appreciated.
It's known that for the longest time, the real fear of being relegated loomed over AVWFC. Now, looking inspired and playing well, this is one of the better teams in England.
Fittingly, the last match will be at Villa Park, in front of supporters who have lived through the amazing tidal wave and excitement of this year's campaign. Currently on a four-match winning streak, Villa will strive to earn the 15th point out of a possible 15 from their final WSL encounters, dating back to their fixture against Liverpool.
Now sitting in ninth, this team has come together and has taken to the style implemented by Arroyo since the Spaniard's arrival.
Last match with this Aston Villa Women squad
On the unfortunate business side of club operations, there are already known departures from Villa that will happen once certain contracts expire. This squad collectively put together an incredible WSL-saving run, and this will be a season that will be remembered for a while among the Villa supporters.
While it is sad to think about the departures, Arroyo has a strong nucleus that supporters know they can look forward to watching as the AVWFC boss will soon prepare for her first full year in charge.
For Saturday's fixture against Brighton, it is something of a rare opportunity to look back on what this roster has accomplished and appreciate what the 2024-2025 Villans pushed through and how they fought for their current place in the WSL.