Ellen White

Ellen White, England’s record goalscorer, transitioned from a celebrated football career to an inspirational figure who now extends her influence through public speaking and brand partnerships, sharing her journey and promoting sport. After establishing herself as a formidable forward within women’s football by leading Chelsea as top scorer for three seasons from 2005, Ellen White went on to achieve an illustrious career marked by prolific goal-scoring and major championships. Following her successful stint with Chelsea, she moved to Leeds Carnegie in 2008, where she recovered from a cruciate ligament injury to help the team secure the FA Women’s Premier League Cup in 2010. White then returned to Arsenal in 2010, enjoying significant success by contributing to three FA WSL league titles in 2011 and 2012, two FA Women’s Cups in 2011 and 2013, and three FA WSL Cups from 2011 to 2013, solidifying her reputation as a key player in English women’s football.

White’s decorated playing career culminated in her retirement from professional football in August 2022, a decision met with widespread recognition for her extensive contributions to the sport. Her services to football were further honored with an appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2023 New Year Honours. Since her retirement, White has transitioned into an inspirational figure, extending her influence through public speaking and strategic brand partnerships, sharing her journey and promoting sport. She continues to engage with football through charity events, making history as the first female goal scorer at Soccer Aid in 2024, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to inspiring future generations.