“We just won the World Cup, but nobody is talking about that much because things have happened I wished hadn’t,” she said. “I would like to speak a bit about what has happened. I think as a society we shouldn’t allow abuses of power in a work relationship, as well as a lack of respect. So, from my teammate Jenni to all the women who suffer the same, we are with you. I hope we keep working to improve society.”

Four of England’s Lionesses were also nominated for the 2023 Ballon d’Or, with two of the players – Rachel Daly and Mary Earps – making it into the top ten.

Earps – who placed fifth – made history as the highest-ever placed female goalkeeper, while Daly came in 10th. Millie Bright and Georgia Stanway, who both played an important role at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, came in 11th and 23rd respectively.

Spanish football star Aitana Bonmatí used her Ballon d’Or acceptance speech to send a powerful message