Alanna Kennedy

Alanna Kennedy is a highly accomplished Australian professional soccer player, recognized for her versatile defensive and midfield capabilities. Her career spans multiple top-tier leagues globally and includes significant contributions to the Australian national team. After securing the W-League Premiership with Sydney FC in the 2010–11 season, Alanna Kennedy went on to establish herself as a highly accomplished professional soccer player, recognized for her versatile defensive and midfield capabilities. She began her professional W-League career in the 2010–11 season with Sydney FC and quickly moved through various Australian clubs including Newcastle Jets, Western Sydney Wanderers, and Perth Glory.

During her inaugural NWSL season, she contributed significantly to the team’s 2016 NWSL Championship win. She continued her tenure in the NWSL with Orlando Pride from 2017 to 2020, making 60 appearances and becoming notable for her free-kick expertise. While with Orlando, Kennedy had successful loan spells back in Australia, winning the W-League Championship with Melbourne City in the 2017–18 season and again with Sydney FC in the 2018–19 season. During this period, she also represented Australia at the 2016 Olympic Games, participated in the 2018 AFC Asian Cup, and won the 2017 Tournament of Nations.

Looking ahead, she is set to join Angel City FC in 2025 and will subsequently move to London City Lionesses, continuing her career across top-tier leagues. Her distinguished international career for Australia is marked by an impressive 139 caps and 11 goals, further solidifying her status as a respected professional in the sport and a critical asset for any team. She most recently participated in the 2024 Olympic Games.