Chelsea captain Millie Bright retires from football after ankle injury
Chelsea captain and former England defender Millie Bright has retired from professional football with immediate effect at the age of 32 following a persistent ankle injury.
The veteran centre-back made 294 appearances for the Blues after arriving from Doncaster Belles in 2015.
During an incredibly successful domestic career, the resolute defender secured eight Women’s Super League titles, six FA Cups, and four League Cups.
She also represented her country with distinction, earning 88 caps for the Lionesses on the international stage.
Injury forces difficult decision
A persistent ankle issue has sidelined the former Doncaster player since February, ultimately prompting her decision to call time on her playing days.
Representing Chelsea over the last 12 years has been everything to me, but I’m now ready to say goodbye to playing football.
I’ve given all I can, and I never wanted to fight for any other badge.
An enduring legacy in London
Her storied tenure in West London included a remarkable run of six consecutive domestic league triumphs between 2020 and 2025.
It is now time, and I’m ready to go into a new era.
I’m always going to be Chelsea, but just in a different way.
