Beth Mead

Beth Mead Bethany Jane Mead MBE (born 9 May 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for the Women's Super League (WSL) club Arsenal and the England national team. A creative and prolific forward, she has all-time most assists and all-time second-most goal contributions in the WSL. At UEFA Women's Euro 2022, she became the Golden Boot winner, Player of the Tournament, and top assist provider, leading England to win a major tournament for the first time. Later that year, she was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, becoming the first women's footballer to win the prestigious award; and finished runner-up for the Ballon d'Or and UEFA Player of the Year. Quotes "Yeah, we’re in the 21st century now – whoever you fall in love with, that’s OK as long as you’re happy." "I always say that for when I hopefully have kids one day: as long as my kids are happy, I’m happy." Beth Mead: ‘I told Saka just to curtsy when he sees me!’ by Tim Lewis. June 18, 2023. Retrieved 13/11/2023. "In terms of diversity in the game, I want to be there front and centre and helping with that." "Sometimes, don't believe everything you read." Beth Mead: England Lionesses forward responds to 'unfair' article by Sky Sports. November 16, 2022. Retrieved 13/11/2023. "It's a tough process. It is emotionally and physically draining, and I get all aspects for people, but for me, you can't help who you fall in love with and if you are happy at the end of the day." "You've just got to be happy. Life can be very short." Arsenal and England forward Beth Mead opens up on sexuality: 'I've tried to make it the norm rather than a statement' by Sky Sports. September 16, 2022. Retrieved 13/11/2023. External links Category:1995 births Category:Women from England Category:Women in sports Category:Football (soccer) players Category:Living people