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Leah Williamson and Elle Smith Share Behind‑the‑Scenes Ballon d'Or Photos, Ignite Fan Praise

The Arsenal captain, who also leads England, placed seventh in the women's Ballon d'Or during a brief layoff after knee surgery.

Overview

  • Williamson attended the Paris ceremony with Miss USA 2021 Elle Smith and both posted intimate images from the night on Instagram, including a hand‑holding shot.
  • Social‑media reactions hailed them as a glamorous pairing, with comparisons to Posh and Becks, and stylist Carlotta Constant calling them the "most gorgeous couple ever."
  • Williamson finished seventh in the women's Ballon d'Or voting alongside four other England players in the top ten, with Spain's Aitana Bonmatí winning the award.
  • Smith, now working in journalism, shared additional behind‑the‑scenes moments that complemented Williamson's own post congratulating the winners.
  • Post‑event clips showed the pair back at their hotel with family, tucking into McDonald’s as a lighthearted cap to the evening.