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Kelly Smith

Transform football teams with Kelly Smith, speaker, football legend and coaching expert. Kelly works with organisations to develop elite talent, enhance team performance and build winning cultures, bringing unparalleled credibility as England's top female goalscorer and Hall of Fame inductee.

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Kelly Smith's biography

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  • Greatest ever female footballer
  • England's all-time leading goalscorer (2010)
  • Arsenal Ladies star with 100 goals
Kelly Smith is a well-known former professional footballer, recognized as one of the best players to represent England. Her talent showed early on with Pinner Park and Wembley Ladies, which led to her joining Arsenal Women. At Arsenal, she played a key role in winning the Women’s Premier League title and later moved to the United States to play for the New Jersey Lady Stallions. Despite injuries and the league's collapse, she continued representing England when healthy. Kelly returned to Arsenal in 2004, helping the team win another title and becoming the league's top scorer the next season. She was vital in Arsenal's Quadruple-winning campaign, scoring 30 goals in 34 matches. After another successful period with Arsenal, she joined the Boston Breakers but faced injury challenges. Ultimately, she ended her career at Arsenal, balancing playing and coaching. On the international level, Kelly scored 46 goals in 117 appearances for England, taking part in three European Championships and two World Cups. She is the all-time top scorer for England Women, with only a few legendary male players surpassing her. Kelly was known for her excellent ball control, passing, and speed, making her one of the most respected forwards in football. Her achievements include four Women’s Premier League titles, three FA Women’s Cups, and one UEFA Women’s Cup. She was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2017. Today, she is helping form the next generation of female footballers as part of the coaching team at Arsenal.

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Book Kelly Smith as a speaker to inspire your team with her unparalleled expertise in peak performance, mental resilience, and teamwork. Her record-breaking career and insightful commentary make her a compelling and motivational presence. Elevate your event with stories and lessons from England's all-time leading goalscorer.

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What topics does Kelly Smith specialise in?
Kelly Smith specialises in discussing high-performance, coaching, resilience and more.
What is Kelly Smith's speaking style like?
Kelly delivers with confidence and expertise, blending her deep football knowledge and leadership skills. Her sessions are engaging, insightful, and motivating, inspiring others to achieve their best in sport.
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