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Erin Cuthbert Named Captain of Chelsea Women's Team
Erin Cuthbert is the new captain of Chelsea's women's football team.
She takes over from Millie Bright, who retired in April.
Cuthbert has played for Chelsea since 2016.
She first appeared for the team in 2017.
Chelsea's coach, Sonia Bompastor, said Cuthbert is a strong leader.
She praised Cuthbert's character, honesty, bravery, and energy.
Cuthbert has helped Chelsea win 18 trophies.
She has played 301 matches and scored 70 goals for the club.
Cuthbert said she is proud and ready to accept the responsibility.
Scottish international Erin Cuthbert has been named captain of Chelsea's women's team.
She succeeds Millie Bright, who retired at the end of April.
Cuthbert joined Chelsea in December 2016 and made her debut in April 2017.
She has won 18 trophies with Chelsea, including seven Women's Super League titles.
Cuthbert has made 301 appearances and scored 70 goals for Chelsea.
- Who
- Erin Cuthbert, a Scottish international footballer, has been named captain of Chelsea's women's team.
- What
- She has taken over the captaincy from Millie Bright.
- Where
- Chelsea's women's team.
- When
- The announcement was made on Friday ahead of the new Women's Super League season.
- Why
- Bright retired at the end of April, and Chelsea praised Cuthbert's leadership, character, and experience.
Key facts
- New captain
- Erin Cuthbert
- Previous captain
- Millie Bright, who retired at the end of April
- Chelsea debut
- April 2017
- Chelsea appearances
- 301 matches
- Chelsea goals
- 70
- Trophies won
- 18, including seven Women's Super League titles
- Scotland role
- Vice-captain of the Scotland women's football team since February 2026
Quotes
Sonia Bompastor
Chelsea women's head coach
“It’s a great honour. I never imagined myself doing this 10 years ago or being in the position that I am. It’s beyond the wildest dreams of a little girl from Irvine”
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“What stands out about Erin is her character on and off the pitch, her standards, and the way she leads by example every single day.”
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Sources
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