Top of the League: The 10 'Sexiest' Women Footballers Revealed
The women’s game has never been bigger - and alongside elite skills and global fame, many stars also turn heads for their looks and presence off the pitch. From viral icons to magazine cover stars, here are 10 players most often ranked among the world’s “sexiest” footballers according to fan polls, media lists, and social media buzz.
Top of the League: The 10 'Sexiest' Women Footballers Revealed
The women’s game has never been bigger - and alongside elite skills and global fame, many stars also turn heads for their looks and presence off the pitch. From viral icons to magazine cover stars, here are 10 players most often ranked among the world’s “sexiest” footballers according to fan polls, media lists, and social media buzz.
10. Nichelle Prince
Canadian forward (Houston Dash). Born on February 19, 1995, in Ajax, Ontario, Prince is of Jamaican descent and grew up with a deep love for the game. She was part of the squad that won bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics and played an instrumental role in Canada's historic gold medal win at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
9. Nicole Banecki
German forward (Bayer Leverkusen/retired) Born on September 3, 1988, in Berlin to a Cameroonian father and a German mother, Banecki was raised in a football-loving family and developed her talents from a young age. Banecki made her debut for the German national team in 2008 and was part of the squad that competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, where Germany won the bronze medal.
8. Sydney Leroux
The Angel City FC forward has long mixed sporting talent with style. With a background in modelling and a fierce on-pitch presence, Leroux remains a fan favourite. She shares two children with her ex-husband, footballer Dom Dwyer, and often discusses parenting and performance.
7. Madelene Wright
Once a youth player for Charlton and Millwall, Wright found fame online after leaving the game. Her glamorous image and viral videos made her a regular in fan-voted beauty lists. She made headlines in 2023 for launching an OnlyFans account and now models full-time.
6. Sakina Karchaoui
Born 26 January 1996. She made her senior debut for Montpellier in 2012 at just 16 years old and spent nearly a decade at the club, establishing herself as one of the top left-backs in Division 1 Féminine. Off the pitch, Karchaoui is admired for her confidence and fashion sense, often appearing in campaigns and interviews that celebrate both her sporting talent and personal style.
5. Danielle van de Donk
Born 5 August 1991 in Valkenswaard, she started playing at age 4. Studied sports management and marketing via Johan Cruyff Institute, earning her degree in 2020. Netherlands and Lyon midfielder, previously dated Arsenal teammate Beth Mead and is now married to Lyon teammate Ellie Carpenter.
4. Alayah Pilgrim
Born on April 29, 2003, in Switzerland to a Swiss mother and a Moroccan father. Pilgrim made her professional debut with FC Basel in the Swiss Women’s Super League, where her performances stood out and earned her a move to Grasshopper Club Zürich. Her continued development led to a transfer to FC Zürich, one of the top clubs in the league.
3. Alex Morgan
The USWNT icon blends World Cup medals with fashion influence. From Sports Illustrated to Time, Morgan’s charisma and athletic beauty have made her a regular on magazine covers and fan polls. Married to footballer Servando Carrasco since 2014, she has a daughter, Charlie, born in 2020.
2. Ana Maria Markovic
Born on November 9, 1999, in Split, Croatia, she was raised in Switzerland, where she began her football journey as a teenager. Off the field, Marković has drawn international attention for her social media presence, which she uses to promote women’s football and challenge outdated stereotypes around female athletes.
Honourable Mentions
Jordyn Huitema
(Canada) – Huitema attracted media interest during her relationship with Alphonso Davies. Since their split, she has focused on her Seattle Reign career.
Alexia Putellas
(Spain) – The Ballon d’Or winner is lauded for her elegance both on and off the pitch. A champion for LGBTQ+ rights, Putellas keeps her romantic life private while commanding global respect for her leadership and skill.
Salma Paralluelo
(Spain) – The World Cup breakout star has been praised for her athleticism and striking presence. A former national sprinter, Paralluelo is rapidly becoming a dual icon in sport and fashion—though she keeps her personal life strictly under wraps.
1. Alisha Lehmann
Born 21 January 1999, she is a massive social media star with over 16 million followers. She regularly tops beauty rankings and brings glam to the game both on and off the pitch. Lehmann previously dated Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz but now keeps her love life private.
