Football Daily Leah Williamson - The Football Interview
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Feb 27, 2026 Leah Williamson, England captain and long-time Arsenal defender, reflects on almost quitting the academy at 15 and the turning point that kept her going. She revisits reliving Euro 2022, how that win reshaped her life, coping with injury and mental resilience, plus how she unwinds with fashion and music. Her remaining aim: lift a World Cup.
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Almost Quitting Arsenal At Fifteen
- Leah nearly quit Arsenal's academy at 15 after feeling tired of travel, cost, and lack of clear progress.
- A car-park conversation with her mum and pragmatic worry about the gamble almost ended her career before she committed at 18.
2015 Prep Camps Spark Career Resolve
- The 2015 England prep camps were Leah's turning point when she realised she wanted a football career.
- Missing earlier opportunities due to injury made her decide to stop letting things happen and actively chase selection.
Reliving Euro 2022 From The Tunnel
- Leah would relive Euro 2022 from the minute they walked out because she felt unbeatable and certain they'd win.
- The Wembley atmosphere, extra time and post-match celebrations are the parts she enjoyed most despite the shock of Sweden's goal.