Rachel Daly is an accomplished professional footballer, recognized for her versatility across defense, midfield, and attack, and for her significant contributions to both club and international teams, including her role in England’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 victory. After winning the W-League championship with the Los Angeles Blues in 2014, Rachel Daly went on to an outstanding collegiate career at St. Her senior professional career began with Leeds United and Lincoln Ladies in the English League, before her transition to American football with W-League franchises Los Angeles Strikers in 2013 and the championship-winning Los Angeles Blues in 2014. In 2016, Daly was selected as the sixth overall pick in the NWSL College Draft by Houston Dash.
She further contributed to England’s success by winning the UEFACONMEBOL Finalissima in 2023 and playing a crucial role in the team reaching the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup final. Most recently, Rachel Daly received an MBE in the 2025 Birthday Honours for her outstanding services to association football. She retired from international football in April 2024, concluding her England career with 84 appearances and 16 goals, leaving a significant legacy in the sport.