Most inspirational women in football
Men’s football is enormously popular in the world. Leagues like the Premier League and the Championship are being religiously followed by a huge number of people. Enthusiastic fans of these leagues take it to the next level by actively participating in the matches through sports betting, which has become all the more popular due to their welcome bonuses and offers.
However, women’s football is witnessing a great progress too, with a large audience now tuning in to see their female football stars in action.
1- Megan Rapinoe
In women football Megan Rapinoe has carved out a big name for herself, not only through her on-pitch brilliance but also through her off-pitch contributions too. She lifted the recent World Cup trophy for the US national soccer team and was also named the tournament’s best player.
The star footballer has openly revealed her lesbian, plus she is a vocal LGBTQ+ advocate. Rapinoe represents a strong, independent woman who fiercely fights for her rights, and is a huge inspiration for women around the world.
She has earned 168 caps for the national side so far, earning 52 goals to her name.
2- Eni Aluko
Eni Aluko has made over 100 appearances for the England national team, with 33 goals to her name. That is a great achievement for any footballer, however, she will perhaps be the most remembered for her criticism against coach Mark Sampson for alleged racism.
Since her brave act of calling out her former head coach, she hasn’t been called up to the national squad. Aluko then left England to play for Juventus where she stayed about a year and a half, winning the Serie A, Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana.
She has announced her retirement from professional football in January 2020. However, she has been an active figure in the industry, with the British-Nigerian writing in the Guardian newspaper and also appearing on the television as a pundit. Her punditry has been praised by other experts like Henrik Larsson and Patrice Evra.
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3- Alex Morgan
The success of the United States women’s national team owes a great deal to the brilliance of Alex Morgan who is known for her great goal scoring skills. She led her team to success in the 2019 World Cup, with the brilliant footballer smashing five goals against Thailand in the opening match. She later bagged the tournament’s Silver Boot.
Since making her debut for the senior side in 2010, she has earned 169 caps for United States and has scored an incredible 107 goals. She is currently contracted with English side Tottenham Hotspur.
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