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Daily Record
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lioness hero Chloe Kelly's candid admission as she says 'I was in a dark place'
Chloe Kelly has admitted she was in a 'dark place' and wanted to quit football but has since found happiness again at Arsenal Lioness star Chloe Kelly confessed that she "needed to find happiness again" as she revealed details of a "dark" period that saw her lose her passion for football. The 27-year-old featured on Thursday's (July 31) instalment of ITV's popular daytime programme This Morning with presenters Dermot O'Leary and Rochelle Humes after the Lionesses' triumphant victory. The squad recently created history by claiming the Women's Euros 2025 Final crown for the second time, with Chloe rising to the occasion to net the decisive goal for England. Yet the path hasn't been straightforward for the footballer as she revealed her battles with her mental wellbeing at the beginning of the year. Chloe found herself struggling to establish her position at Manchester City and confessed she couldn't envision "a future" with the club, before Arsenal came calling, reports the Mirror. Dermot proceeded to enquire: "Chloe, you went through a period where you almost quit the game. Did you have enough?" During a heartfelt exchange, Chloe revealed: "Mentally I was in a really dark place in January and I needed to find happiness again on and off the pitch." She added: "I think that it's really important to look after your mental health and football felt so far away at the time. I went on loan to Arsenal and I found such happiness coming back to London. "It's my city where I grew up, being closer to my family and everyday stepping onto the pitch with Arsenal I felt like my smile was coming back." Dermot, a staunch Arsenal supporter, interjected: "I can't tell you how much that makes me feel so proud to hear that by the way and to hear the words Arsenal." Chloe responded: "Thank you. As the months went by I could feel myself smiling again and it's really important as human beings. "We are footballers but we are also human beings and I think happiness is important and it allows me to be at my best on the pitch." The star further added: "The Euros felt so far away from me in January because I just wanted to be happy so now to be a European champion is incredible so I'm really proud."
Metro
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Chloe Kelly's proud husband joins sweet tributes after Women's Euros win
The Lionesses have been met with an outpouring of love and appreciation from their nearest and dearest following England's victory at the Women's Euros 2025 Final. After remaining at loggerheads with old rivals Spain for much of the match, the squad finally brought football home with a 3-1 win during penalty shootouts. This was second time lucky for the Lionesses, who were previously beaten by Spain during the 2023 World Cup. Things got off to a shaky start with a missed kick from Beth Mead, but England managed to forge ahead thanks to some sterling work from goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. This gave woman of the match Chloe Kelly the chance to catch up, scoring the winning spot-kick. As the country celebrates, the Lionesses' partners have joined the nation in sharing their pride. Woman of the hour Chloe is married to groundsman and greenkeeper Scott Moore, having reportedly met while she was playing for Everton and married in 2024 after five years of dating. Scott's Instagram account is private, but Chloe reposted his pride-filled Instagram tribute to her own Story after the match ended. 'Speechless once again,' he wrote in the accompanying text, along with two silver heart emojis. 'I'm so grateful to have you by my side,' Chloe added below Scott's picture and words. Women's England Captain Leah Williamson's biggest cheerleader was partner Elle Smith. The former Miss USA winner showed her support in a t-shirt emblazoned with the slogan 'Live, Laugh, Leah.' Although the pair have never confirmed that they are dating, they appeared to 'soft launch' their relationship this year in a series of loved-up social media posts. Leah's supportive partner previously showcased her pride after a match back in May, sharing a black-and-white selfie in which Elle wrapped her arms around Leah from behind. Ashley Hodson, partner of Lauren Hemp, celebrated the team's win by sharing an Instagram Story and a series of pictures to her account. 'Champions babyyy! So proud 🫶🏴🏆', she wrote in the caption to her post. In these pictures, she and Lauren could be seen standing side by side, with a grinning Ashley holding up the freshly won medal. Meanwhile, in her Instagram Stories, Ashley described Lauren as her 'inspo,' sharing a picture of Lauren holding the trophy aloft. Another image also depicted Lauren mid-celebration, roaring in victory in the wake of the team's win. Lauren has been dating Sheffield United midfielder Hodson since 2023. At the end of a Heineken-filled day, Joe Bunney, boyfriend of Ella Toone (and footballer for Stalybridge Celtic), shared footage from her joyous victory celebration. 'Words don't describe how proud I am of you,' he wrote in one Instagram Story. In the next, he shared a selfie with Ella, writing 'BACK 2 BACK' in the caption, along with two trophy emojis and two red hearts. Vivianne Miedema, the girlfriend of Beth Mead, shared a selfie with partner Beth and Australian footballer Steph Catley. 'Proud proud' the Dutch footballer wrote in the accompanying caption to her Instagram Stories post. She then echoed the sentiment in a post to her main Instagram feed, sharing a snap of Beth sitting on her lap in the wake of the match. More Trending '🥹 proud of you,' she wrote in the accompanying caption. In the comments below, Beth responded: 'Love you ❤️' The football power couple first met while playing for Arsenal and have been together ever since. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Chloe Kelly sends pointed message to her doubters after England's Women's Euro 2025 triumph MORE: Spain manager and star player emotionally speak out on 'cruel' England loss MORE: Ian Wright names 'major favourite' for 2027 Women's World Cup after England win Euros
