Bunny Shaw and Maya Le Tissier lead winners at 2026 Women’s Football Awards | Football

Manchester City striker Bunny Shaw and Manchester United captain Maya Le Tissier led the winners on the 2026 Women’s Football Awards.

Shaw has scored a remarkable 19 goals in 21 WSL games this season and played a pivotal role in helping City claim their first league title in 10 years.

The Jamaican international is now a two-time winner of the award, having won it back in 2024, while City were also awarded Club of the 12 months after their WSL triumph.

Le Tissier, meanwhile, has enjoyed one other standout campaign at the guts of United’s defence as she continues to grow to be a significant player for each club and country.

Returning for its fourth consecutive 12 months with Metro as its media partner, the awards night once more brought together leading players, pioneers, and organisations to rejoice the game’s continued growth and influence across the UK and beyond.

‘The Women’s Football Awards is an incredible event,’ host Gabby Logan said. ‘The stories we celebrated reflect a game that’s evolving at an incredible pace.

‘From world-class performances to the work happening behind the scenes, every winner represents progress, ambition, and belief in what women’s football can grow to be.’

Meanwhile, Jamie Carragher, returning as co-host for the fourth successive 12 months, said: ‘This was one other good night that showed just how far the ladies’s game has come. The standard across every category was outstanding, and it’s clear the expansion of the game isn’t slowing down any time soon.’

Off the pitch, the awards spotlighted the individuals and organisations driving the sport forward. Bethany England was named Inspirational Role Model, while Match Of The Day presenter Kelly Cates was recognised as Media Figure of the 12 months.

Leading brands and institutions were recognised for his or her role in supporting the sport’s growth.

Adobe was awarded Brand of the 12 months, while Adidas received the Global Impact Award. Chelsea Football Club claimed Best Marketing Campaign, the Premier League was honoured for Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility, and Liverpool Football Club received the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Award.

The night also sought to reflect and honour on those figures who’ve played a trailblazing role in the game’s past.

Former England international Nikita Parris received the Game Changer award, while Debbie Hewitt MBE was named Women’s Football Champion, and Mo Marley was presented with the Lifetime Achievement award.

And certainly one of the evening’s most poignant moments got here with a Special Tribute to Matt Beard, recognising his enduring impact on the ladies’s game. Special Recognition awards were also presented to Charlotte O’Neill, Maria Karlsson de Cecco, Orreco, and Manchester Corinthians. 

Charlotte Anthony, Head of Brand Experience at SHEIN UK, said: ‘That is our fourth 12 months as headline partner of the Women’s Football Awards, and it’s something we’re incredibly pleased with. It was one other amazing celebration, from grassroots greatness all through to the game’s highest level.

‘We’re deeply committed to creating more opportunities for girls and girls – not only in football, but in every space where talent and ambition need to be seen and supported.

‘This partnership also follows the support we’ve given to grassroots girls’ clubs across the country with investment in resources to assist local clubs thrive. 

‘The stories we hear on the Women’s Football Awards, of resilience, progress and excellence, are exactly why that commitment matters. It’s such an uplifting evening that we’re honoured to be a part of.’

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