The Most Famous Female Soccer Player, Ranked

Choose the female soccer player you think is the most famous!

Author: Gregor Krambs
Updated on May 4, 2024 07:06
In the world of soccer, the recognition of female athletes is growing, bringing fresh faces into the spotlight. Comparing these talented women helps fans connect with new players and deepens appreciation for the sport. A ranked list of the most famous female soccer players allows us to see who is captivating audiences worldwide. Your votes have the power to highlight these athletes' achievements and influence others to support them. By participating in the ranking, you contribute to celebrating their skill, dedication, and impact on soccer. Plus, it's a fantastic way to engage with the community and see where your favorite players stand.

Who Is the Most Famous Female Soccer Player?

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    Marta Vieira da Silva
    Anders Henrikson · CC BY 2.0
    Known simply as Marta, she is considered one of the greatest female soccer players of all time. She has won six FIFA World Player of the Year awards and has scored over 100 goals for the Brazilian national team.
    Marta Vieira da Silva in other rankings
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    The former captain of the United States women's national soccer team, Wambach is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and holds the record for most international goals scored by any player, male or female.
    Abby Wambach in other rankings
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    Another American soccer legend, Hamm helped lead the US women's team to two World Cup championships and two Olympic gold medals. She is also a two-time FIFA World Player of the Year.
    Mia Hamm in other rankings
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    Carli Lloyd
    Ampatent · CC BY-SA 3.0
    A midfielder for the US women's team, Lloyd scored a hat-trick in the 2015 World Cup final and was named the tournament's MVP. She has also won two Olympic gold medals.
    Carli Lloyd in other rankings
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    The all-time leading scorer for the Canadian women's national team, Sinclair has won two Olympic bronze medals and was named Canada's female athlete of the year in 2012.
    Christine Sinclair in other rankings
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    The former goalkeeper for the US women's team, Solo won two Olympic gold medals and was named the best goalkeeper at the 2011 and 2015 World Cups.
    Hope Solo in other rankings
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    A retired Chinese soccer player, Sun Wen helped lead China to the 1999 World Cup final and was named the tournament's MVP. She also won a silver medal at the 1996 Olympics.
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    Birgit Prinz
    El Loko · CC BY 4.0
    A former German soccer player, Prinz won two World Cup championships and three European championships with the German national team. She was also named the FIFA World Player of the Year three times.
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    A retired Japanese soccer player, Sawa helped lead Japan to the 2011 World Cup championship and was named the tournament's MVP. She also won a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics.
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    An Australian soccer player, Kerr has won two NWSL golden boots as the league's top scorer and was named the 2017 AFC Women's Player of the Year. She also helped lead Australia to the 2019 World Cup quarterfinals.
    Sam Kerr in other rankings

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Ranking factors for famous female soccer player

  1. Achievements and awards
    The number of championships won, individual accolades received, and other notable achievements that have contributed to their success.
  2. Performance stats
    Their overall performance as a player, including goals scored, assists provided, accuracy in passing, tackling, and other relevant metrics.
  3. Reputation
    The player's reputation within the industry and among fans, as well as their impact on the sport.
  4. Marketability
    The player's commercial value and marketability, including their endorsement deals, social media following, and overall media exposure.
  5. Impact on team and country
    The player's impact on their team's success and their country's success in international competitions.
  6. Fanbase
    The player's popularity among fans all over the world and their overall influence in growing the sport.

About this ranking

This is a community-based ranking of the most famous female soccer player. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or soccer player is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

Statistics

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  • 129 votes
  • 10 ranked items

Voting Rules

A participant may cast an up or down vote for each soccer player once every 24 hours. The rank of each soccer player is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most famous female soccer player

Women's soccer has come a long way in recent years, thanks in part to the rise of some incredibly talented players who have captured the attention of fans around the world. One of the most popular topics of debate among soccer enthusiasts is the question of who is the most famous female soccer player. With so many incredible athletes to choose from, it can be tough to narrow down the list to just one standout player. However, by taking a closer look at the accomplishments and impact of some of the top female soccer stars, it's possible to get a better sense of who truly stands out as a true legend of the game.

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