There were several big celebrity names in attendance at the 2024 Women’s Football Awards on Thursday night, an event proudly partnered by Metro.
Manchester City star Bunny Shaw and England manager Sarina Wiegman scooped the top prizes, clinching Player of the Year and Manager of the Year.
It’s just the second time the awards have been held but it’s quickly become a ‘prestigious’ event on the football calendar – due to the stellar growth of the women’s game – and there were plenty of celebrities who graced the carpet.
Pixie Lott
Award-winning pop icon and singer songwriter Pixie Lott performed a headline set at the 2024 Women’s Football Awards.
Speaking ahead of the event, she said: ‘I can’t wait to perform at the 2024 Women’s Football Awards and help celebrate the amazing success of the Lionesses and women’s footballers from across Europe.
‘It is going to be a truly special evening and I feel privileged to be involved.’
Katherine Ryan
Canadian-Irish comedian Katherine Ryan was also spotted in attendance at the awards.
Ryan has appeared regularly on a number of British shows such as Would I Lie to You?, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, A League of Their Own and Mock the Week.
As part of an A League of Their Own Lionesses Special last year, Ryan trained with England’s top women’s footballers ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
Dominic Solanke
AFC Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke was among the male footballers to attend the 2024 Women’s Football Awards.
Solanke, capped once by England, has just enjoyed a fantastic season with the Cherries, producing 19 Premier League goals across 38 games in 2023-24.
The 26-year-old could be set for a move in the summer transfer window with several top clubs believed to be keen on his signature.
Dame Kelly Holmes
British Olympic royalty was in the house, too, as legendary middle distance athlete Dame Kelly Holmes turned up on the carpet.
Holmes won two Olympic gold medals at the 2004 Games in Athens and set British records in numerous events, including the 600 metres and 1,000 metres.
Tyrone Mings
Aston Villa and England footballer Tyrone Mings was another famous face spotted at the Women’s Football Awards.
Mings was involved in launching the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, which aims to increase the number of female coaches in women’s football.
Gemma Owen
Gemma Owen, the daughter of football icon Michael Owen, made a name for herself after finishing as a runner-up on series eight of Love Island UK.
She attended the Women’s Football Awards in London on Thursday night, posting about it on her social media pages.
Alex Jones
The One Show host Alex Jones appeared on stage to present the Metro Women’s Football Ally Award to her BBC co-host Jermaine Jenas.
Adele Roberts
Adele Roberts, a British broadcaster, reality TV personality and DJ, was also among the famous faces in the crowd.
Roberts has appeared on Big Brother, I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, Celebrity Coach Trip and Dancing on Ice.
‘Women’s football growing at phenomenal rate’
‘The inaugural Women’s Football Awards was a massive success and now here we are back again, bigger than before, and have quickly established this prestigious event as a staple of the football calendar,’ Metro Editor-In-Chief Deborah Arthurs said in her speech.
‘All of us at Metro and our sister publications are delighted to be part of this event. These awards are unique because all of those on the shortlist have been nominated and voted for by the public, with a staggering 25,000+ people taking part, including thousands of Mertro.co.uk readers!
‘There can be no doubt women’s football is growing at a phenomenal rate and that is all down to the dedication and commitment of so many people in this room and beyond.
‘Tonight is of course a moment of celebration, and all of our nominees should be incredibly proud, yet there is still much more to do to support the growth of women’s football and continue the momentum we’ve seen in women’s football in recent years – it is something I am passionate about and will continue to push for greater content across all Metro platforms.
‘As we come together this evening, we are continuing to raise the bar for the women’s game. This is another big moment and everyone here should be proud to be involved.
‘This really is a special event which is all about celebrating and elevating the game and it is fantastic to have Eni Aluko and Jamie Carragher back as our hosts.’
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