England's football heroines Chloe Kelly and Hannah Hampton have been awarded MBEs in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Lionesses' triumphant Euro 2025 campaign. The dynamic duo played pivotal roles in securing England's victory during a nail-biting penalty shootout that sent fans into raptures.
From Pitch to Palace
The Buckingham Palace honours list has shone a spotlight on these two exceptional athletes whose skill and determination under pressure helped bring football glory home. Kelly, whose ice-cool finishing became the stuff of legend during the tournament, and Hampton, whose goalkeeping heroics proved decisive, now join the ranks of the country's most celebrated sports stars.
A Moment That Defined a Generation
The dramatic penalty shootout that sealed England's Euro 2025 victory will be remembered as one of the most electrifying moments in women's football history. As the nation held its breath, Kelly's clinical strike and Hampton's crucial saves wrote their names into sporting folklore.
Continuing the Legacy
This royal recognition comes as women's football enjoys unprecedented popularity in England, with the Lionesses inspiring a new generation of players. The MBEs serve as fitting tribute to Kelly and Hampton's role in this cultural shift, cementing their status as icons of the beautiful game.
