Earps became the second women’s footballer in a row to win the main award following Beth Mead’s triumph in 2022. She saved a penalty in the World Cup final against Spain but the Lionesses fell short with a 1-0 defeat.
Earps is determined to leave an impact on the sport and be an inspiration to others. She told BBC Radio 5 Live: “I’m trying to be a game changer. I’m trying to change the world in whatever small time that I’m here.
“I enjoy the responsibility of being a role model, I try to inspire as many people as possible – young, old, whatever. I want people to relate to me and my journey, see that I’m just a normal person trying to live out her dream.
“I’m trying [to make goalkeeping cool]. It’s happening, it’s happening. Slowly but surely – it’s the Merps mission. Goalkeeping is cool!”
