Kelly Smith in Egypt

We are thrilled to announce that legend Kelly Smith visited Egypt as part of her global efforts to support Women's Football. Kelly had visited several countries as an ambassador to promote the women football across all parts of the world. Smith's stay included visits to our Partners & Egyptian Football Association as a guest speaker.

Who is our legend?

The Arsenal icon; Smith began her professional career with Wembley Ladies then moved to Arsenal & left the Gunners to USA in 1999 - played for the New Jersey Lady Stallions, Philadelphia Charge and New Jersey Wildcats in her eight years Stateside before returning back to Arsenal. Smith's senior club career started 1994 & ended 2017 where she scored more than 100 goals. She also played for England between 1995-2014 & scored 46 goals Kelly is a very popular figure in the UK & USA which as highlighted in several occasions when she worked as a TV pundit for FOX Sports during the Women's World Cup.

"Dream big and believe in yourself, because if you won't believe in yourself no one else is. You have to have self confidence, but enjoy the game. I have a daughter now who's now two, so hopefully in the future she'll be playing and have the equal opportunity." Kelly Smith

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