Mary Earps is a leading figure in women's football known for her skill and dedication. She has grown from a youth player to an international star and a voice for equality in sports.
Mary Earps started playing football at Leicester City's youth academy. She then moved to Nottingham Forest but had few chances to play. Her big break came with Doncaster Rovers Belles, where she played 20 matches in the first season of the Women’s Super League in 2011.
In 2013, Earps joined Birmingham City but played only five matches before the team was relegated. She later moved to Bristol Academy and played in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. After a period at FC Reading, where she helped the team finish fourth in the league, she signed with VfL Wolfsburg in 2018.
Earps joined Manchester United in 2019 and quickly became the main goalkeeper. She played every league match in her first season and continued to perform well, keeping many clean sheets. After the 2023/24 season, she signed a contract with Paris Saint-Germain until summer 2026.
Earps has been an important player for the England national team. She started in youth teams and made her senior debut in 2017. She helped England win the 2022 European Championship and was named best goalkeeper at the 2023 World Cup, where England finished second.
Mary Earps has spoken out about the lack of availability of her jersey during the 2023 World Cup. She highlighted the need for better representation and equality in women's sports. Earps believes all players, including goalkeepers, deserve recognition and support from fans and clubs.
