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Wiegman Named Coach of the Year, Hampton Wins Yashin Trophy at Ballon d'Or

Hampton used her moment to remember trailblazer Matt Beard.

Overview

  • England's Euro 2025 defense featured Hannah Hampton saving two penalties in the final shootout against Spain.
  • The Chelsea goalkeeper's case was strengthened by a domestic treble and 21 clean sheets across last season.
  • Hampton received the inaugural women's Yashin Trophy and accepted it from former England No 1 Mary Earps.
  • In her speech, she paid tribute to former Liverpool manager Matt Beard, whose death at 47 was confirmed by the club.
  • Sarina Wiegman urged an inclusive game that fights misogyny and racism, while Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmatí won the main women’s Ballon d’Or and Fabio Capello mispronounced Wiegman’s name on stage.