Hannah Hampton is a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper in the Women’s Super League for Chelsea and the England National Team. A talented and determined athlete, Hannah’s journey began in Spain, where she spent five years training with Villarreal CF’s youth team before returning to England. She was recruited into Birmingham City’s Centre of Excellence and made her senior debut in a League Cup match against the Doncaster Belles. She went on to make 50 appearances for Birmingham City between 2017 and 2021, earning accolades including Young Player of the Season in 2018–19 and Player of the Season in 2020–21.
After her success at Birmingham, Hannah signed with Aston Villa in 2021, making 25 appearances before transferring to Chelsea in 2023. Since then, she has firmly established herself as a key player, earning 32 appearances and winning the prestigious Golden Glove for the 2024–25 season. Her agility, leadership, and sharp reflexes have made her one of the most respected goalkeepers in the game today.
Internationally, Hannah has represented England at U17, U19, and U21 levels, before making her senior debut in the 2022 Arnold Clark Cup. She was part of the Euro 2022-winning squad and was selected for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where England finished as runners-up. Following the retirement of Mary Earps, Hannah became the only goalkeeper with previous senior experience to be named in the squad for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. She proved her value again by being named Player of the Match in England’s quarter-final victory over Sweden.
As a football speaker, Hannah brings a wealth of experience from elite competition, both domestic and international. Her story is one of resilience, hard work, and high performance under pressure. She connects with audiences through her insights into team culture, leadership, and personal growth, making her a popular choice for sports events, corporate functions, and school visits. Honoured with the Freedom of the City of London in 2022, Hannah Hampton continues to inspire the next generation both on and off the pitch.
