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Leah Williamson’s Unstoppable Rise: From Doubting Football to European Glory and World Cup Dreams
February 28, 2026 Champions League

Leah Williamson’s Unstoppable Rise: From Doubting Football to European Glory and World Cup Dreams

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England captain Leah Williamson reflects on her illustrious career, revealing she almost quit football at 15 before a key conversation with her mother. She discusses her early struggles with prejudice, the pivotal Euro 2022 win that ‘changed the landscape of football,’ and her unwavering ambition to secure a World Cup title. Williamson also offers insights into her personal life, including her love for fashion and music as escapes from the sport’s pressures.

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