Former England star Ellen White announces the birth of her first child
Former England star Ellen White announces the birth of her first child as the Lionesses’ top scorer says she is ‘utterly in love’ with her baby daughter
- Retired England striker Ellen White has announced the birth of her first child
- She posted a photo of her baby daughter and said she was “completely in love” with her
- White is the Lionesses’ all-time leading scorer and retired from football last summer
Retired Lioness Ellen White and husband Callum Convery have welcomed their first child, a daughter, the former England striker shared on social media.
White, 33, announced the end of her playing career in August, shortly after helping England lift the Euro 2022 trophy, and in December revealed she was expecting.
On Monday evening she shared a photo of Convery carrying their newborn along with a thank you message to her medical team from Tameside & Glossop IC NHS FT.
White, who earned 113 caps and scored 52 goals for England, tweeted: ‘Dear daddy carrying our beautiful girl. We love you so much and you are so cute.
“We are extremely grateful to all @tandgicft professionals for your incredible support and dedication in helping our daughter’s safe arrival.”
Former England striker Ellen White has welcomed the arrival of her first child
The leading Lionesses scorer said she and her husband Callum were ‘totally in love’ with their baby daughter
She announced she was expecting a child with husband Callum Convery shortly after winning Euro 2022
Lucy Bronze, Rachel Daly, Hannah Hampton and Fara Williams were among past and present lionesses who congratulated the former Manchester City striker in the comments.
Former England teammate Beth Mead also posted a tribute, writing: ‘I can’t believe it, she’s perfect. Congratulations both.’
Jill Scott added: ‘Awww congratulations, so cute! Enjoy every minute.’
Steph Hughton said: ‘So proud of you!!! So much love is coming your way!’
The arrival of White’s child comes seven months after she decided to hang up her boots – she went on a high after her Euro 2022 triumph with England.
White – who retired last summer after winning the trophy – is the Lionesses’ all-time leading goalscorer
“This has been one of the hardest decisions of my life, but I know it’s good for me,” she said. “I have always wanted to make this decision on my terms. And this is my time to say goodbye to football and see the next generation shine.
“It has been my greatest honor and privilege to play this game. In particular, playing for England is and remains the greatest gift. My dreams came true on July 31, winning the European Championship and becoming European champion.’
White began her career at Arsenal’s academy before making a name for herself at Chelsea – scoring 28 goals there before moving to Leeds Carnegie and later returning to Arsenal.
She played for Notts County, Birmingham City and finally Manchester City – where she ended her career, scoring a total of 145 times in 305 appearances.