January 30th 2025.
Last year, Steph Houghton was awarded the Inspirational Role Model prize at the prestigious Women's Football Awards. This event, known as Europe's biggest celebration of women's football, is now calling on fans and the public to submit nominations for the 2025 awards.
Taking place in London on May 1, the Women's Football Awards recognizes the outstanding athletes, influencers, organizations, and brands that are driving the growth and success of women's football in the UK and around the world. Past winners have included top talents like Alessia Russo, Mary Earps, Lauren James, Jess Carter, and broadcasters Alex Scott and Fern Whelan.
Hosted by Lionesses legend Eni Aluko MBE and Liverpool great Jamie Carragher, this highly anticipated annual ceremony also honors the organizations and brands that are shaping the future of women's football through innovation, investment, and visibility.
With only three months left until the 2025 awards, nominations are now open, giving fans the opportunity to have a say in who makes the final shortlist. Metro is proud to be the official partner for the third year in a row, as we have been since the inaugural awards in 2023.
The key categories include Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year, Women's Football Broadcaster of the Year, Journalist of the Year, Football Business of the Year, World Cup Player of the Year, and the Off the Pitch Award, among others. Fans can submit their nominations online at www.womensfootballawards.com, and the final shortlist will be revealed in March. Stay tuned for more coverage, interviews, and features as we count down to the awards and live coverage on May 1.
In 2024, Bunny Shaw was crowned the Football Player of the Year. The former England star and host of the 2023 and 2024 Women's Football Awards, Eni Aluko, shared her excitement for this year's event, stating, "The Women's Football Awards is the largest and most prestigious celebration of women's football in Britain and Europe. The game is growing at an extraordinary rate, and the 2025 ceremony will be the perfect moment to celebrate those who are making history. What makes these awards so special is that the public has the power to decide who deserves recognition – so we're encouraging everyone to nominate their heroes today!"
Once again, Aluko will be co-hosting the event with ex-England and Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher. Arsenal and England forward Beth Mead, MBE, a passionate advocate for the event, added, "The Women's Football Awards highlight the incredible achievements of women in football worldwide. This event not only shines a spotlight on the players but also the brands, organizations, and people behind the scenes who are helping to elevate the game. It's an honor to be part of such a special celebration."
The 2024 Women's Football Awards saw some amazing winners, including Jane Purdon for the Unsung Hero Award, Steph Houghton for Inspirational Role Model, Mary Earps MBE for World Cup Hero, and Adidas for Brand of the Year. The 2025 ceremony is sure to bring even more deserving winners, and fans can make their nominations now.
David Gurney, Metro's sports editor, expressed his excitement for the upcoming event, saying, "We have been proud to be a partner of the Women's Football Awards since its inception, and all of us at Metro are delighted once again to be involved with this brilliant event. Metro has always been a great champion of women's football in the newspaper and across our digital platforms, from coverage of the Women's Super League to regular columns from Lionesses star Lucy Bronze, and we are looking forward to another huge year for the game."
Don't miss your chance to be a part of this monumental occasion in women's football. Nominate now and help recognize the game-changers who are inspiring the next generation.
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