England and Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton has been awarded the inaugural Women’s Yashin Trophy at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris. This prestigious honor recognizes the world’s best female goalkeeper for the 2024–25 season.
Hampton’s exceptional performances were instrumental in Chelsea’s historic unbeaten treble-winning season, where they clinched the Women’s Super League, FA Cup, and League Cup titles. Her remarkable consistency and shot-stopping abilities were key factors in Chelsea’s dominance throughout the campaign.
Internationally, Hampton played a pivotal role in England’s triumph at the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. She succeeded Mary Earps as the Lionesses’ starting goalkeeper and delivered crucial saves, including penalty shootout heroics, to secure the European Championship.
In her acceptance speech, Hampton paid tribute to the late Matt Beard, a former Liverpool and Chelsea women’s manager, acknowledging his significant impact on women’s football. She emphasized the importance of mental health awareness, stating, “Sometimes the brightest smiles in the room hide the heaviest pain.”
Hampton’s achievement underscores the growing recognition of women’s football and the vital role of goalkeepers in shaping match outcomes. Her success not only highlights her individual talent but also symbolizes the progress and elevation of women’s sports on the global stage.
As the first recipient of the Women’s Yashin Trophy, Hampton sets a new benchmark for excellence in women’s goalkeeping, inspiring future generations to aspire to the highest standards in the sport.
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