Laura Coombs - Speaker

Speaker, Advocate for Women in Sports and Professional Footballer
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Laura Coombs | Speaker Biography

Professional footballer with notable club achievements
Advocate for women in sports and equality
Public speaker sharing inspiring career journey

Laura Coombs is a talented English professional footballer known for her skill and dedication. She started playing football at seven and joined Arsenal’s youth team, making her first-team debut at 16. Coombs made her UEFA Women’s Champions League debut for Arsenal in 2009, helping the team achieve a 9–0 victory over PAOK Thessaloniki. In 2011, she moved to Chelsea, playing a key role in the team that reached the FA Women's Cup final in 2012. During her time at Chelsea, she also had loan spells with the Los Angeles Strikers and Liverpool. In 2017, she signed a two-year deal with Liverpool and stayed until 2019. She then joined Manchester City, where she helped win the 2020 FA Cup and the 2022 League Cup. Coombs extended her contract with Manchester City in May 2021 and made her 100th appearance for the club in December 2023. On the international stage, Coombs was part of the England U19 team that won the 2009 UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship. She earned her first senior cap for England in October 2015 and returned to the national squad for the 2023 Arnold Clark Cup and the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Coombs was named PFA WSL Fan’s Player of the Month in 2022 and received legacy number 193 from the England Women's national team. Beyond football, she advocates for women in sports and is a sought-after public speaker, sharing her experiences to inspire others. She also designed the photobook "How We See: Photobooks by Women," published in 2019, highlighting the contributions of women to the medium. Laura Coombs is a role model for aspiring athletes worldwide.

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*What topics does Laura Coombs specialise in?*
Laura Coombs specialises in talking about football, advocacy for women in sports, photobook design and more.

*How can I book Laura Coombs for my event?*
You can book Laura Coombs by contacting PepTalk. We can usually share speaker availability and fee information within hours.

*Does Laura Coombs offer virtual speaking engagements?*
Yes, Laura Coombs offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book Laura Coombs?

Book Laura Coombs to inspire your team with her journey of resilience and success in professional football. Her advocacy for women in sports and powerful storytelling will motivate and empower your audience to overcome challenges and pursue their passions.

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