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Metro
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Aggie Beever-Jones not keen to slow down after Chelsea's latest WSL triumph
Aggie Beever-Jones still has plenty more she wants to achieve this season after helping guide Chelsea to their sixth Women's Super League title this week. The Chelsea academy graduate has built on her superb breakthrough season in west London in impressive fashion, notching up eight goals so far this season for Sonia Bompastor's side. On Wednesday, the 21-year-old added her second WSL medal to her ever-increasing trophy cabinet after Chelsea took advantage of Arsenal's shock defeat to Aston Villa to wrap up the title with two games remaining. And Beever-Jones' fine season then saw her land the Young Player of the Year Award just 24 hours later at the 2025 Women's Football Awards, a night dominated once again by Chelsea. 'Collectively, it's so nice to win trophies – that's what we aim to do at Chelsea – but for me, it's always good to pick up an individual award,' Beever-Jones told Metro. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. 'I'm always so aware that it's a team sport and there are so many people who have helped me along the journey, but it's always nice to get that recognition for yourself.' Many would be content enough with the whirlwind 24 hours that Beever-Jones has experienced, but the young forward has not reached such heights so swiftly in her career by resting on her laurels. And while her league triumph with Chelsea may not have fully sunk in yet, Beever-Jones already has new goals. 'We're obviously still unbeaten in the league and we pride ourselves on that, so we're not going to take our foot off the pedal,' she added. 'We've still got another competition to play for (FA Cup), which we're all super excited about and want to win.' And then, what about the Euros in the summer? Beever-Jones had just finished the first loan spell of her career at Bristol City when England triumphed over Germany at Wembley in 2022. But having scored her first goal for the Lionesses back in April, the Chelsea youngster doesn't want to be watching from the stands this time around. 'I'd be lying if I said that (making the squad) isn't the aim and I was delighted to get my first goal the other month,' she added. 'I always like to keep myself focused on the task at hand, and then who knows what will happen. It's about building on that and continuing to improve and I'm in the right place to do that at Chelsea.' Chelsea may be the present, but previous loans at the aforementioned Bristol City and then at Everton are as much a part of Beever-Jones' impressive rise within recent years. More Trending 'I think the person I am now, compared to the person who left on their first loan spell at 18, is two different people in a really good way,' she reflected. 'I've learnt a lot about myself on and off the pitch; moving away from home, you have to grow up a bit quicker and get used to a new environment where you're playing professionally week in, week out. 'But Chelsea feels like home to me. I'm comfortable there and I've got that drive to keep pushing myself every day – I'm really enjoying my time right now.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Alessia Russo: 'We're ready to push on and really challenge Chelsea next season' MORE: Who are Chelsea's new shirt sponsor DAMAC? MORE: Chelsea 'dream' transfer target who'd cost £49m revealed ahead of summer window
Metro
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Alessia Russo and Lauren James share top prize at 2025 Women's Football Awards
Arsenal striker Alessia Russo and Chelsea forward Lauren James both took home the Player of the Year award at the 2025 Women's Football Awards. Russo has registered an impressive 12 goals in 19 WSL games so far this season, and has also played a pivotal role in helping guide Arsenal to their first Women's Champions League final since 2007. James, meanwhile, played her part in helping Chelsea cruise to a sixth straight WSL title on Wednesday, scoring three goals in nine games in what has proved an injury-affected campaign for the Lionesses star. Returning for its third consecutive year with Metro as its media partner, the on-pitch accolades at the Women's Football Awards were dominated by Chelsea, who were also crowned Club of the Year. Rising star Aggie Beever-Jones took home the Young Player of the Year Award, while Blues boss Sonia Bompastor was honoured with the Manager of the Year award, marking a stunning debut season in charge. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. Chelsea and England midfielder Keira Walsh took home the Inspirational Role Model award on a star-studded night that also celebrated the trailblazers and changemakers behind the scenes in the women's game. 'The stories we heard tonight are shaping the future of football,' Women's Football Awards host Gabby Logan said. 'From world-class players like Lauren James and Alessia Russo to the trailblazing work being done off the pitch by clubs, brands, and broadcasters – every winner represents a step forward for the women's game. 'The Women's Football Awards have been an inspiring celebration of progress, purpose, and passion once again.' Fresh off their dominant performance against Chelsea in the Champions League semi-finals, Barcelona were amongst the awards, with Alexia Putellas named International Player of the Year. Jamie Carragher, co-host for the evening, praised the winners, saying: 'The Women's Football Awards is Europe's biggest celebration of the people powering the phenomenal rise of the women's game. 'It was a privilege to be involved once again and help shine a light on the players, coaches, clubs, and leaders who are not just making history, they are changing the future of football.' Linklaters Player of the Year Lauren James (Chelsea) & Alessia Russo (Arsenal) Morrisons Young Player of the Year Aggie Beever-Jones (Chelsea) VISA International Player of the Year Alexia Putellas (Spain) Manager or Coach Award Sonia Bompastor (Chelsea) Applied Nutrition Inspirational Role Model Keira Walsh Women's Football Icon Viviane Asseyi Scottish Power Club of the Year Chelsea FC Women Broadcaster/Journalist Award Seema Jaswal The Premier League Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award Sky Sports & Tottenham Hotspur Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility Three UK Brand of the Year Adobe Marketing Campaign of the Year Persil & Arsenal – Every Stain Should Be Part of the Game Best Social Media The FA Best Fan Engagement Brighton & Hove Albion Panini Women's Football Champion Chloe Morgan, She's A Baller Off the Pitch Award Paul Barber OBE Best Breakthrough Business Victoria's Secret Grassroots Initiative Award Manchester United Foundation – Girls' Football Development Football Business of the Year Rept Sports Cadbury Game Changer Award Anita Asante Football Business Trailblazer Anna Deignan Legal Team of the Year RPC Unsung Hero Award Fiona McIntyre SHEIN Lifetime Achievement Award Kelly Simmons OBE Elsewhere, Broadcasting talent was also recognised, with the esteemed Seema Jaswal winning Broadcaster of the Year. The broadcaster was applauded for her commitment to elevating the profile of women's football. More Trending Adobe, Three UK, Persil, and Sky Sports took home top awards for their innovation and advocacy, while The FA was celebrated for Best Social Media thanks to its dynamic and engaging Lionesses content. And the FA's former Director of Women's Professional Game, Kelly Simmons, took home the SHEIN Lifetime Achievement Award for her remarkable work in driving forward the women's and girls' and grassroots game. Shihong Liu, Director, Europe Markets at headline sponsor SHEIN, said: 'We are proud to be part of the Women's Football Awards for the third year running. 'It was an inspiring evening that shone a light on the immense talent, determination, and impact of women in football. We extend our congratulations to all of the winners and nominees and look forward to another incredible year for the women's game.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: PSG star in 'race against time' to be fit for Arsenal return leg after missing training MORE: Arsenal open talks to sign £25m Roma star ahead of Newcastle and PSG MORE: Who are Chelsea's new shirt sponsor DAMAC?
Daily Mirror
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Inside star-studded Women's Football Awards as England duo to the receive special honours
The Women's Football Awards will see some of the biggest names in the game come together to celebrate the achievements and contributions of those in women's football England Women's midfield dynamos Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway are set to be honoured with prestigious accolades at the 2025 Women's Football Awards next week. Both players will be bestowed with Special Recognition Awards in a nod to their remarkable contributions to football, both on home soil and internationally. The glitzy ceremony, which gathers some of the most prominent names in football, will be jointly hosted by BBC presenter Gabby Logan, football icon Jamie Carragher and ex-Lioness Eni Aluko. Sponsored by Shein, VISA, and ScottishPower, the annual bash is the biggest of its kind in Europe and applauds extraordinary achievements and contributions to women's football. Walsh, a true pioneer in the sport, will be acknowledged not only for her impressive playing career but also for her dedication to nurturing grassroots girls' football. The highly-respected Lioness played a crucial role in establishing the Rochdale Girls Development Centre in 2023, which offers gifted young players in the region access to top-notch coaching and facilities. Last year, Walsh personally financed kits and equipment for a female talent programme that supported 35 girls throughout the year. On the field, Walsh has carved out an exceptional career, instrumental in Manchester City's BWSL triumph in 2016, scooping up three Vitality Women's FA Cups, and lifting the Continental League Cup four times over, before making the jump to Barcelona in 2022. After a spell abroad, she returned to the home turf in the Women's Super League with Chelsea during the January transfer window. Meanwhile, Georgia Stanway's journey has been equally stellar, with her footballing prowess seeing her at Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and on England's national squad. Off the pitch, her dedication to enriching the sport's future is unwavering. Football legend Jamie Carragher, who played a key role in launching the Women's Football Awards in 2023, lauded both players, saying: "Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway have had outstanding careers so far, marked by incredible success on the pitch. "This year's awards will rightly celebrate their footballing achievements, but we'll also be recognising the brilliant work they do off the field, especially their exceptional commitment to improving access to grassroots football for women and girls. I'm really looking forward to honouring Keira and Georgia, alongside Gabby Logan and Eni Aluko, at the ceremony next week." The coveted awards will be dished out in London on the 1st of May, with some of the other hot-shot nominees being Chelsea's very own Lauren James, Manchester City's explosive talent Bunny Shaw, and Arsenal's Alessia Russo. The event will also showcase categories like Grassroots Initiative of the Year, with nominees such as the Chelsea Foundation and the Premier League. Adidas, EA Sports, Three UK and Barclays are also contenders for awards. The Women's Football Awards is backed by prominent online fashion retailer Shein, financial services behemoth VISA, and energy supplier ScottishPower. Global sports nutrition and wellbeing brand Applied Nutrition is also one of the event's sponsors.
Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
England stars Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway set for top honours at 2025 Women's Football Awards
KEIRA WALSH and Georgia Stanway will be honoured at the 2025 Women's Football Awards. The two Lionesses will receive Special Recognition Awards for their contributions to the sport. 3 Georgia Stanway is set to receive an award at the Women's Football Awards Credit: Getty 3 She will be joined by Chelsea star Keira Walsh Credit: Getty The awards will be granted to the duo not for their contributions in England but internationally as well. Walsh, 28, and Stanway will be handed the awards at a star-studded ceremony on May 1 at the InterContinental London, Park Lane. The ceremony will be hosted by BBC presenter Gabby Logan as well as former Lioness Eni Aluko and retired Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher. Carragher helped launch the Women's Football Awards in 2023 and is excited to present the awards. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL HOW RUUD! Fans shocked at what Ruud Van Nistelrooy did after Leicester relegated He said: "Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway have had outstanding careers so far, marked by incredible success on the pitch. "This year's awards will rightly celebrate their footballing achievements. "But we'll also be recognising the brilliant work they do off the field. "Especially their exceptional commitment to improving access to grassroots football for women and girls. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS "I'm really looking forward to honouring Keira and Georgia, alongside Gabby Logan and Eni Aluko, at the ceremony next week." Walsh is viewed as a trailblazer in women's football for her playing career and also for helping develop grassroots girls' football. Chloe Kelly shows off her toned abs in very bold outfit as England Lionesses star attends MTV Europe Music Awards 3 Jamie Carragher has spoken about the awards Credit: Abigail Shii She played an important role in the founding of the Rochdale Girls Development Centre two years ago. The Chelsea star has also funded kits and equipment for a female talent programme that supported 35 girls. She won a BWSL title in 2016 as well as three Women's FA Cups, and lifted the Continental League Cup four times at Manchester City. The midfielder joined Barcelona in 2022 before returning to England in January by signing for the Blues. Stanway, 26, has enjoyed success on the pitch with spells at Manchester City and Bayern Munich. She has also scored a vital goal in the Lionesses' run to winning the Uefa Women's Euros 2022.
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
England stars Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway set for top honours at 2025 Women's Football Awards
KEIRA WALSH and Georgia Stanway will be honoured at the 2025 Women's Football Awards. The two Lionesses will receive Special Recognition Awards for their contributions to the sport. 3 The awards will be granted to the duo not for their contributions in England but internationally as well. Walsh, 28, and Stanway will be handed the awards at a star-studded ceremony on May 1 at the InterContinental London, Park Lane. The ceremony will be hosted by BBC presenter Gabby Logan as well as former Lioness Eni Aluko and retired Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher. Carragher helped launch the Women's Football Awards in 2023 and is excited to present the awards. He said: "Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway have had outstanding careers so far, marked by incredible success on the pitch. "This year's awards will rightly celebrate their footballing achievements. "But we'll also be recognising the brilliant work they do off the field. "Especially their exceptional commitment to improving access to grassroots football for women and girls. "I'm really looking forward to honouring Keira and Georgia, alongside Gabby Logan and Eni Aluko, at the ceremony next week." Walsh is viewed as a trailblazer in women's football for her playing career and also for helping develop grassroots girls' football. Chloe Kelly shows off her toned abs in very bold outfit as England Lionesses star attends MTV Europe Music Awards 3 She played an important role in the founding of the Rochdale Girls Development Centre two years ago. The Chelsea star has also funded kits and equipment for a female talent programme that supported 35 girls. She won a BWSL title in 2016 as well as three Women's FA Cups, and lifted the Continental League Cup four times at Manchester City. The midfielder joined Barcelona in 2022 before . She has also scored a vital goal in the Lionesses' run to winning the Uefa Women's Euros 2022.
