Fran Kirby named PFA Women's Players' Player of the Year

Tuesday 24 Apr 2018
Fran Kirby in action against Wales

England and Chelsea star Fran Kirby won the PFA Women’s Players’ Player of the Year award.

Kirby’s 22 goals has helped fire the Blues to the top of the FA WSL 1 table and into the Final of the SSE Women’s FA Cup.

The 24-year-old was on target in England’s 4-1 win over France, Phil Neville’s first match as head coach.

"It's pretty special for me," she said.

"It's very humbling because it's voted for by the people I play against week in, week out, so I'm absolutely delighted to win."

Young Lionesses forward Lauren Help picked up the Women’s Young Player of the Year award for the second year running.

Meanwhile, former England captain Casey Stoney was presented with the PFA Special Achievement award.

By FA Staff