Young Player of the Year

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Tōko Koga – Tottenham Hotspur

A composed and intelligent defender, Tōko Koga has brought calm authority and international pedigree to Tottenham Hotspur’s back line. Strong in the air and confident in possession, she represents the growing global influence within the WSL.

Laura Blindkilde Brown – Manchester City

Laura Blindkilde Brown is a dynamic young midfielder whose composure and work rate have marked her out as one of England’s brightest prospects. Her rise at Manchester City highlights the strength of the modern player pathway from youth development to elite competition.

Michelle Agyemang – Brighton & Hove Albion

Powerful and direct, Michelle Agyemang is an exciting attacking talent with a natural eye for goal. Her performances at club and youth international level underline her immense potential in the women’s game.

Freya Godfrey – London City Lionesses

Freya Godfrey is a creative attacking force whose intelligence in possession has been key to London City Lionesses’ recent progress. Confident and technically gifted, she embodies the ambition of a club competing at the highest level.

Alyssa Thompson – Chelsea

Alyssa Thompson brings electrifying pace and fearless attacking intent to Chelsea’s frontline. Already recognised on the international stage, she represents the new generation driving the global growth of women’s football.

Maya Le Tissier – Manchester United

A natural leader in defence, Maya Le Tissier combines composure, strength and organisational quality at the heart of Manchester United’s back line. Her consistency has established her as one of England’s most reliable young defenders.

Grace Clinton – Manchester City

Grace Clinton is a powerful, progressive midfielder whose drive and goal threat make her a standout performer. Her maturity and influence signal a player ready to shape the biggest stages.

Aoba Fujino – Manchester City

Creative and technically exceptional, Aoba Fujino adds flair and unpredictability to Manchester City’s attack. Her ability to deliver in decisive moments marks her out as one of the league’s most exciting young talents.

Nelly Las – Leicester City

Nelly Las is a composed and versatile midfielder who brings balance and tactical intelligence to Leicester City. Developing rapidly at top-flight level, she represents the depth of emerging talent in the women’s game.

Ruby Mace – Everton

Ruby Mace is a technically assured and adaptable defender known for her reading of the game and calm distribution. Her leadership qualities and experience at youth international level highlight her growing influence.

Lenna Gunning-Williams – Tottenham Hotspur

Lenna Gunning-Williams is an exciting young prospect whose athleticism and attacking instinct have quickly caught attention. A product of Tottenham’s development pathway, she represents the next generation pushing the women’s game forward.