It's fair to say that the path to super stardom for female footballers isn't always a smooth one. You need need a burning motivation and steely determination as well as a true passion for the game.
Most women in the sport agree that a post-football career action plan is needed too in order to ensure a steady flow of income.
But even before making it to the big time, our favourite Lionesses have always worked hard. From sweeping floors and delivering pizzas to factory work and fish frying, these women prove they have always been prepared to put the hard yards in to achieve their goals.
Millie Bright Millie arrived to the sport later than most, but the 29 year old Chelsea defender has more than made her mark in the game.
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