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Female footballers nowadays get high-level recognition like their male counterparts. Most of the hottest female footballers in the world appear in numerous mainstream media interviews, sports magazines, and blogs. Find out the 20 hottest women footballers worldwide and interesting facts about them from this article.
They say beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, and some of these footballers have gained a cult-like following amongst their fans because of their good looks. The question of who is the hottest amongst them always pops up on many sports platforms discussing female players.
We have compiled a list of the top 20 hottest female footballers based on credible online publications and survey rankings. Check them out!
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FootballMorgan plays for the North Carolina Courage team in USA's National Women's Soccer League. She played for Duke Blue Devils (Duke University's team) from 2014 to 2017, then joined the North Carolina Courage in the 2018 NWSL College Draft. On 4 April 2019, the club traded Reid to the Orlando Pride in exchange for a 2020 NWSL College Draft. Morgan Reid was waived at the end of the 2020 season, having missed the year through injury but was not picked up for the re-entry wire.
Steph Houghton is a defender at England's women's national team and Manchester City's Women's Super League club. She previously played for Sunderland, Leeds United, and Arsenal Ladies. Steph Houghton was left out of Sarina Wiegman's squad for the home tournament this year because she underwent surgery. The lady suffered a torn Achilles tendon in September 2021.
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WWEThe Everton Football Club's winger or forward is currently on maternity leave. She announced her pregnancy on 27 September 2022. Toni Duggan also plays for the England national team. She has not featured for the Lionesses since March 2020 but was part of England's campaigns at their last four major tournaments.
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FootballLieke plays as a winger or midfielder for the Netherlands national team and Paris Saint-Germain FC. She signed a three-season deal with the club on 16 June 2022. Lieke Martens began playing football at the local club RKVV Montagnards at age 5. She went to Boxmeer club Olympia '1 at age 13 to play in a boys' team and joined Vrouwen Eredivisie at age 16.
Beatriz plays for Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras and the Brazil national team as a forward. She participated in 2011, 2015, and 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup editions. The lady played her local team Ferroviária at age 13. Beatriz João also played for Copa Libertadores Femenina and Campeonato Paulista de Futebol Feminino in 2010.
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FootballThe Swedish footballer is a striker and an attacking midfielder. She plays for the AC Milan club in the Serie A league and the Sweden national team. Fans call Kosovare Asllani "Kosse" because she has great speed and incredible technique on the pitch.
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FootballKealia Watt is also among the hottest footballers in the female category. She has been paying for the Chicago Red Stars in the National Women's Soccer League since 2020. Kealia Watt previously played for the Houston Dash (2014 to 2019) and represented the US on the under-23, under-20, under-17, and senior national teams.
The Croatian footballer plays for the Croatia national team and the Swiss Women's Super League club Grasshopper as a forward. Ana Marković was born in Split, then moved with her family to Switzerland at age 12. She grew up in Zürich and began playing football at age 14.
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TennisAdriana Kristina Leon is a winger for Manchester United WFC and the Canadian national team. She loved figure skating and ice hockey by age 10. Kristina played minor hockey for seven seasons and reached the Midget AA level. In 2009, she was part of the Team Ontario squad that won bronze at the Canada Summer Games and finished as the tournament's top scorer.
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FootballAlisha Lehmann is among the most beautiful women footballers in the world. She is a forward for the Switzerland national team and Aston Villa WFC. Alisha Lehmann previously played for BSC YB Frauen (Nationalliga A), West Ham United (FA WSL), and on loan with Everton (FA WSL).
The sensational football icon plays for the Chicago Red Stars and US women's national soccer team. She burst into the limelight with her high school soccer team, joined the US national women's soccer team at age 17, and broke many records by age 19. Mallory Pugh has modelled for many fashion magazines, including Teen Vogue and a skincare brand called Neutrogena. She attributes her beauty routine to intense workouts and a strict nutritional diet. She is engaged to her long-time boyfriend, Dansby Swanson (a baseball star).
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NBAThe Japanese footballer is praised for impeccable football skills and beauty. Nahomi Kawasumi plays for the Japanese football club INAC Kobe Leonessa where she helped the club win the 2016 Japanese Empress's cup. In addition, she was a crucial player in helping Japan clinch gold in the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup and silver in the 2012 Olympics games.
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FootballNicole is also among the top hottest female footballers in the world right now. The German footballer has Cameroonian roots and plays for Bayer Leverkusen. Nicole Banecki and her twin sister played for the German national women's football team in 2009. Little is known about her outside the pitch, but she has been praised for her football skills and beauty.
The Canadian striker plays for the Houston Dash and the Canadian national women's football team. Nichelle Prince first got mass recognition while playing for her college soccer club, Ohio State Buckeyes. The lady's beauty and playing skills have won her many hearts. On 6 August 2021, she won a gold medal in the 2020 summer Olympics with her national team.
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FootballJordyn Huitema inspires women in the new generation of Canadian football. She started playing football with her older brother at age 4, made her professional debut at age 14 and broke many national records in her county at age 22. Jordyn Huitema became a trendsetter when she joined PSG (a French football club). Her childhood sweetheart and long-term boyfriend, Alphonso Davis (a Bayern Munich football star), is dating Julio Rodríguez (a Seattle Mariners baseball player).
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FootballThe famous and talented Mexican midfielder is living her dream life. Lydia Nayeli wanted fame and to put a mark on this world since childhood. The one-time captain of the Mexico U20 team is passionate about what she does and gets a lot of attention for her skills and looks.
This German Sensation midfielder is exceptional in many ways beyond just her looks. She is a true embodiment of resilience. Having undergone two career-shattering injuries, she still managed to bounce back to being a source of inspiration to others. Besides football, Selina Wagner also works in Media and Communication and has been on the Playboy magazine cover.
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AthleticsLauren is an Olympian, Pro soccer player, fashion and beauty entrepreneur. She has been getting the attention since 2004. Lauren Marie is one of the pioneering role models for women in soccer earlier in her career. She used to play basketball and soccer. Apart from playing for the Santa Clarita Blue Heat, Lauren also runs About the Game podcast .
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FootballAfter playing for two decades, this Olympic gold medalist and mother of two, still stuns many with her looks and skills on the pitch. Sydney Leroux is an inspiration to many women in the soccer world and off the pitch. She is the face of many renowned brands such as Nike, Nestle, Body Armor and EA.
Alex Morgan's name pops up when talking about beauty and talent. She is regarded by many as the most beautiful female footballer. The Olympic gold medalist has been a cover model for many sports and lifestyle magazines, including Sports Illustrated and Time Magazine. Alex Morgan not only sets a precedent for women in fashion and football but also champions for equal pay for women in football as their male counterparts.
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FootballAlex Morgan, Sydney Leroux, Lauren Sesselmann, Selina Wagner, and Nayeli Rangel are among the top hottest female footballers in the world right now.
Some of the prettiest female footballers in the world are Jordyn Huitema, Nichelle Prince, Nicole Banecki, Nahomi Kawasumi, and Mallory Pugh.
Steph Houghton, Toni Duggan, Alex Greenwood, Rachel Daly, Leah Williamson, and Millie Bright are some of the hottest British female footballers.
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Most of the hottest female footballers in the world right now are doing well career-wise. These stars have charming looks and outstanding playing skills. Most of them have been passionate about soccer and other sports since childhood.
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