Hannah Hampton: 13 things you need to know about SPOTY contender including Lionesses controversy – The Mirror
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Chelsea and England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton is one of six British sports superstars vying for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award on Thursday evening
Hannah Hampton will go up against England team-mate Chloe Kelly in her bid to be crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Thursday(Image: Getty Images)
Everything you need to know
- EURO 2025 Champion: Hannah Hampton was the starting goalkeeper for the England Lionesses who won the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025.
- Final Heroics: She was the penalty shootout hero in the final against Spain, making two crucial saves to secure the trophy.
- Golden Glove: Joint-winner of the WSL Golden Glove award in 2025 with 13 clean sheets.
- Yashin Trophy Winner: Received the inaugural Yashin Trophy for the world’s best female goalkeeper at the Ballon d’Or awards.
- Club Treble: Helped her club Chelsea Women secure a domestic treble in the 2024/25 season.
- Taking the #1 Spot: Took over the England No. 1 shirt from the 2023 SPOTY winner, Mary Earps, early in 2025.
- Earps Row: That succession eventually led to a rift with Earps, who claimed England manager Sarina Wiegman had “rewarded bad behaviour” by promoting Hampton, whom she alleged was a bad influence in training.
- Euros Gamesmanship: Hampton won over even more England fans when she was spotted throwing away Spain goalkeeper Cata Coll’s water bottle, which had notes on how her teammates took their penalties on it, during the Euro 2025 final.
- Player of the Match: Was deservedly named the Player of the Match in the dramatic Euro 2025 Final.
- Style of Play: Known for her aggressive, commanding style in the box and exceptional shot-stopping ability.
- Endorsement Potential: Media analysts suggest her profile rise could lead to endorsement earnings similar to those of tennis star Emma Raducanu.
- Partner Status: Hampton is extremely private and is not currently in a publicly confirmed romantic relationship.
- Former Club Rival: Played for Chelsea rivals Manchester City before her high-profile move to the west London club.
- READ THE FULL STORY: Hannah Hampton: England hero’s remarkable journey from doctor heartbreak to Euros glory
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