Alessia Russo

Alessia Russo is an English professional footballer and influencer with a career that spans nearly two decades. Born in Maidstone, England, she has played for top clubs including Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion, Manchester United, and Arsenal, and she currently represents the England national team. Her achievements include being named FWA Women's Footballer of the Year for 2024-25 and England Women's Player of the Year for 2023-24.

Russo first joined a club in 2007, and her senior debut for England came in 2020. In 2021, she scored the fastest hat-trick ever by an England player, netting three goals in just 11 minutes against Latvia. She was a key part of the England squad that won the European Championship in 2022, where she earned both the Goal of the Tournament and the Bronze Boot. Before turning professional, she played college soccer for the North Carolina Tar Heels and won awards at Manchester United, including Player of the Year and Goal of the Season.

Standing 5'9" with blonde hair and blue eyes, Russo has built a significant following on social media. She has amassed 1.1 million followers on Instagram as of April 2026. Off the pitch, she is recognized as a role model for aspiring athletes. Her blend of on-field success and engaging online presence makes her one of the most prominent figures in women's football today.