
Niamh Charles is a standout keynote speaker and professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Chelsea FC Women and the England national team. Known for her adaptability and composure under pressure, she has risen through the ranks to become a UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Champion, five-time Women’s Super League winner, four-time FA Cup winner, and FIFA World Cup finalist. Her journey from local grassroots teams to the global stage speaks volumes about her drive, focus, and ability to thrive in elite environments. As a speaker, Niamh brings authenticity, insight, and inspiration to audiences of all kinds.
Growing up on the Wirral Peninsula in Merseyside, Niamh began her footballing journey with West Kirby Wasps, where she frequently found herself the only girl on the pitch. Her standout ability quickly earned her a place at Liverpool’s academy, where she progressed through the youth ranks and scored two goals in just two games for the under-17s in the 2014–15 season. She made her senior debut for Liverpool at age 16 in a league match against Sunderland and, following an excellent season, was nominated for the Women’s Rising Star award at the 2016 Northwest Football Awards. Her international youth career also took off early, representing England at multiple levels and scoring four goals at the 2016 U-17 European Championship, where she helped secure a third-place finish.
Niamh’s move to Chelsea in 2020, following Liverpool’s relegation, marked a turning point. Originally a forward, she was transformed by manager Emma Hayes into a modern full-back, capable of dominating either flank. Her impact was immediate, as she helped Chelsea to a treble in her debut season, including reaching the UEFA Women’s Champions League final as the youngest starter on either side. Since then, she’s helped the club win five consecutive WSL titles, four FA Cups, and two League Cups, establishing herself as one of the league’s most consistent performers. In 2024, her standout season earned her a place in the PFA WSL Team of the Year. On the international stage, she made her senior debut for England in 2021 and played a vital role in the team’s run to the 2023 World Cup final and their Euro 2025 triumph, where she scored in the penalty shootout that secured England’s victory over Spain.
Niamh is a compelling speaker whose story of growth, adaptation, and high-level performance resonates far beyond football. She speaks with clarity and passion about resilience, overcoming setbacks, team dynamics, and the pressures of elite sport. Her ability to adapt to new roles, her experience in high stakes matches, and her rise from local football to the world stage offer rich lessons for businesses, educators and young athletes alike. If you're looking for a speaker who can share real leadership lessons through lived experience, and who understands what it takes to stay composed under pressure, Niamh is an outstanding choice.
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Niamh Charles’ official speaker topics are listed below:
- High Performance in Elite Environments
- Leadership in Sport and Business
- Women in Football: Breaking Barriers
- Building Resilience & Mental Strength
- Teamwork and Communication
- Overcoming Setbacks and Injuries
- Adapting to Change and Role Transition
- 2025 – UEFA Women's Euro Champion
- 2025 – FA Women's Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2025 – FA Women's League Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2024 – PFA WSL Team of the Year
- 2024 – Women’s Super League Champion (Chelsea)
- 2023 – Women’s Super League Champion (Chelsea)
- 2023 – FIFA Women’s World Cup Runner-Up (England)
- 2023 – Arnold Clark Cup Winner (England)
- 2023 – Women’s FA Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2022 – Women’s Super League Champion (Chelsea)
- 2022 – Women’s FA Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2022 – Arnold Clark Cup Winner (England)
- 2021 – Women’s Super League Champion (Chelsea)
- 2021 – Women’s FA Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2021 – FA Women’s League Cup Winner (Chelsea)
- 2021 – UEFA Women’s Champions League Runner-Up (Chelsea)
- 2016 – Women's Rising Star Nominee, Northwest Football Awards
How to hire Niamh Charles
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