Alessia Russo Wins England Women’s Player of the Year 2023-24
- Alessia Russo has scored twenty goals in forty-two appearances for the England national team.
- She was the top scorer for England during the recent UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 qualification campaign.
- Her recognition as Player of the Year reflects her significant contributions and expectations for future performances.
In England, Alessia Russo has been recognized as the Player of the Year for the Lionesses for the 2023-24 season, according to an online poll of thousands of fans. The Arsenal striker earned this accolade following a successful qualification campaign for UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, where she emerged as England's top scorer with three goals. Over her international career thus far, she has scored twenty goals in forty-two appearances, showcasing her consistent performance. Russo's prior accomplishment at the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022, where she scored four goals without starting a match, solidified her reputation. Furthermore, during the previous Women's Super League season, she tallied twelve goals for Arsenal, which is a career best for her. Despite struggling to find the back of the net in the current season, her contributions have been vital for both her club and national team. Her efforts also earned her a spot in the FIFPro Women’s World XI at The FIFA Best Awards, reflecting her status among elite players. In light of her achievements, Russo is recognized as the second highest scorer in the national squad, positioning herself behind Beth Mead. The recognition drives expectations for her future performances as she continues to compete at top levels despite club challenges.