Leah Williamson

Leah Williamson, born on March 29, 1997, in Milton Keynes, England, is an English professional footballer who has made a significant impact in women's football. Starting her career at Arsenal, she has since become a vital player for both her club and the England national team.

Williamson is admired for her leadership on the field, her technical skills, versatility, and her ability to read the game. Her contributions to the sport have earned her numerous accolades and recognition as one of the best players in women's football.

Beyond football, Williamson is also known for her advocacy work, particularly in promoting gender equality in sport, and serves as a role model for aspiring female footballers worldwide.

Arsenal

• Early Career: Born and raised in Milton Keynes, Williamson joined Arsenal's Centre of Excellence at the age of 9 and ascended through the youth ranks. She made her first-team debut in 2014.

Arsenal (continued)

• Club Success: At Arsenal, Williamson has won multiple Women's Super League titles, FA Cups, and Continental Cups. Her performances have consistently been praised and she is often considered one of the club's key players.

Future Prospects

• Though Williamson remains a key player for Arsenal, her performances have attracted attention from abroad, and she is often linked with moves to top European clubs. Regardless of where her career takes her, she is expected to continue performing at a high level.

England National Team

• Debut: Made her senior debut for England in 2018.

Achievements:

• Shea Belinda Cup: Winner in 2019.
• Williamson has quickly established herself as a key player for England and is expected to play a significant role in future tournaments.

• Position: Primarily a centre back, but also excels as a defensive midfielder.
• Skills: Known for her technical ability, game intelligence, leadership, and versatility. Williamson is celebrated for her accurate passing, tackling ability, and aerial prowess.

• Off the field: Williamson is known for her advocacy work, particularly around gender equality in sports. She is also a university graduate, having completed a degree in Professional Sports Writing and Broadcasting at Staffordshire University.

• Leah Williamson is not only celebrated for her skills and impact on the pitch but also for her leadership and commitment to advancing gender equality in football. She has become an influential figure in the sport and a role model for aspiring female footballers.

PFA Women's Young Player of the Year:

• Winner in 2015

FA Women's Cup:

• Winner in 2014, 2016

Women's Super League:

• Winner in 2018, 2019

UEFA Women's Championship:

• Runner-up in 2017

Books

• Clark, T. (2020) Arsenal Women: The Game Changers. London: Legends Publishing.

Websites

• FA: Information about Leah Williamson’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.thefa.com
• Arsenal: Details about Williamson’s career at Arsenal. Available at: https://www.arsenal.com
• UEFA: Updates on Williamson in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• Guardian: Leah Williamson: 'We can’t just rely on girls wanting to play football'. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/jun/01/leah-williamson-england-world-cup-football
• BBC Sport: Leah Williamson: The Arsenal defender making a difference on and off the pitch. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/55056823