Laura Bassett

Former Professional footballer and England International

  • BBC, BT & Sky Sports pundit. Worked as a co-commentator at 2019 and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cups
  • 63 England caps – Played at two World Cups and three European Championships
  • Bronze medalist at 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup
  • Former clubs: Arsenal, Chelsea, Notts County, Birmingham City, Leeds Carnegie and Australian W-League club Canberra United
  • Coaching credentials: UEFA Level 3, FA Youth Award Module 1 and Talent Identification Level 2
  • BSc Sport & Exercise Sciences
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Laura Bassett – Champion of Elite Performance, Leadership, and Resilience

Laura Bassett is a renowned BBC, BT Sport and Sky Sports pundit, celebrated former England footballer and a respected voice in shaping high-performance cultures. With a distinguished international career featuring 63 England caps, participation in two FIFA Women’s World Cups and three European Championships, and a 2015 World Cup bronze medal, Laura epitomises elite achievement and lasting leadership.​

Career Highlights

  • 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup Bronze Medalist – England
  • Regular pundit and commentator for BBC, Sky Sports, and BT Sport
  • Over 60 England caps across World Cups and European Championships
  • Former captain and a key player at Arsenal, Chelsea, Notts County, Birmingham City, Leeds Carnegie, and Canberra United
  • BSc Sport & Exercise Sciences and a UEFA Level 3 coaching credential​

Laura is a trusted analyst and commentator, working across the UK’s premier sports broadcasters. Her expertise is continually sought for insight on leadership under pressure, driving inclusivity in sport and business, and fostering environments where resilience and high performance are the norm. Her strong media presence extends to radio, TV, and digital, including the Women’s Football Show and global events coverage.​

What Laura Brings to Business Audiences

Laura gives organisations the tools to address critical business issues:

  • Building resilient teams: Drawing on her leadership roles in elite sport, Laura explores methods to create high-performing, adaptive teams able to thrive in change-intensive environments and bounce back from setbacks.
  • Advancing Diversity and Inclusion: With a career spent breaking barriers in women’s sport, Laura speaks credibly on transforming workplace culture, championing gender diversity, and unlocking potential across all levels.
  • Leading through change and adversity: Laura’s transition from pitch to media, and her navigation of personal and team challenges, provide rich lessons for organisations seeking to lead confidently through times of transformation or uncertainty.
  • Talent development and mentoring: Her coaching background equips her to advise on nurturing emerging talent, identifying hidden strengths, and building pathways to sustained organisational success.
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