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Grace Rebecca Fisk (born 5 January 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender and captains Women's Super League club Liverpool. She has represented England youth team and has been call up to the England national team though remains uncapped.
Key Information
College career
[edit]In 2016, Fisk moved to the United States to play collegiately for Penn State Nittany Lions of the Big Ten Conference and started 18 of Penn State's 21 matches as a freshman.[4] For her sophomore year, Fisk transferred to SEC team South Carolina Gamecocks.[3] In 2019, Fisk was an ever-present in a Gamecocks backline that achieved the second most shutouts in the country with 17 on the way to winning the SEC Championship with Fisk named as tournament MVP.[5] She was named SEC Defensive Player of the Year in all three seasons at South Carolina.[6][7]
Club career
[edit]Millwall
[edit]Fisk joined Millwall Lionesses age 10, rising from the Centre of Excellence to the Development Squad.[8] In 2014, she became the youngest player to debut for the Millwall Lionesses senior team when she did so at age 16, and was named the club's Young Player of the Year in 2015.[3]
West Ham United
[edit]On 30 December 2019, Fisk returned to England to sign with FA WSL team West Ham United.[9] She made her debut on 12 January 2020, starting in a 2–1 WSL defeat away to Tottenham Hotspur.[10]
Liverpool
[edit]On 20 July 2023, Fisk signed for Liverpool, rejoining former West Ham manager Matt Beard.[11] She made her Reds debut on 1 October 2023 in a 1–0 Women's Super League win over Arsenal F.C. at the Emirates Stadium.[12]
On 3 September 2025, Fisk was named as Liverpool's new captain, replacing Niamh Fahey following her retirement at the end of the 2024–25 season.[13]
International career
[edit]Youth
[edit]Fisk has represented England at under-17, under-19, under-20 and under-21 level. Having scored twice against Bulgaria in qualifying,[14] Fisk started all three games for England at the 2015 UEFA Women's Under-17 Championship as the team were knocked out at the group stage.[15] Fisk also appeared in every game at the 2017 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship where England finished in 5th place, beating Scotland in the U20 World Cup qualifying play-off.[16] Fisk captained the England squad that won a bronze medal at the 2018 U20 World Cup in France, beating the host nation on penalties in the third place match.[17][18][19]
Senior
[edit]In February 2020, Fisk received her first senior England call-up as part of the 2020 SheBelieves Cup squad.[20] In October 2025, still uncapped for the senior team, she received her first call up in the Weigman era as a replacement for Katie Reid.[21][22]
On 1 December 2025, Fisk had to withdraw from the England squad, after picking up a small injury.[23]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 8 February 2026.[24]
| Club | Season | League | FA Cup | League Cup | Total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Millwall Lionesses | 2014 | Women's Super League 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 | Women's Super League 2 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 18 | 1 | |
| 2016 | Women's Super League 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | |
| Total | 25 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 32 | 2 | ||
| West Ham United | 2019–20 | Women's Super League | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020–21 | Women's Super League | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | |
| 2021–22 | Women's Super League | 16 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 2 | |
| 2022–23 | Women's Super League | 21 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 28 | 0 | |
| Total | 64 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 84 | 2 | ||
| Liverpool | 2023–24 | Women's Super League | 22 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 29 | 1 |
| 2024–25 | Women's Super League | 17 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 22 | 1 | |
| 2025–26 | Women's Super League | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | |
| Total | 51 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 65 | 3 | ||
| Career total | 140 | 6 | 16 | 1 | 25 | 0 | 181 | 7 | ||
Honours
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "List of Players – England" (PDF). FIFA. 5 August 2018. p. 3. Archived from the original (PDF) on 26 May 2019. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "Grace Fisk Liverpool". www.liverpoolfc.com. 3 May 2025.
- ^ a b c "Grace Fisk Gamecocks profile". South Carolina Gamecocks Official Athletics Site. 22 June 2018. Archived from the original on 3 January 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "Grace Fisk Nittany Lions profile". Penn State Nittany Lions Official Athletics Site.
- ^ a b "Gamecocks Win 2019 SEC Tournament Championship". University of South Carolina Athletics. 10 November 2019. Archived from the original on 3 January 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ a b "2018 SEC Soccer awards announced". www.secsports.com. Archived from the original on 31 October 2018. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ a b "2019 SEC Soccer Awards announced". www.secsports.com.
- ^ "Lioness Grace gets England call – News – Millwall FC". www.millwallfc.co.uk. Archived from the original on 3 January 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "West Ham sign highly-rated England defender Grace Fisk". West Ham United.
- ^ "Tottenham 2–1 West Ham". womenscompetitions.thefa.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2024. Retrieved 12 January 2020.
- ^ Kelly, Andy (20 July 2023). "Liverpool FC Women complete signing of Grace Fisk". Liverpool Football Club Official. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
- ^ "LFC Women kick off new WSL season with win at Emirates Stadium". Liverpool FC. 1 October 2023. Archived from the original on 9 October 2023. Retrieved 5 October 2023.
- ^ Kelly, Andy; Shaw, Chris (3 September 2025). "Grace Fisk confirmed as new Liverpool FC Women captain". Liverpool F.C. Archived from the original on 3 September 2025. Retrieved 3 September 2025.
- ^ "England-Bulgaria | Women's Under-17". UEFA. Archived from the original on 18 August 2022. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "Summary – UEFA U17 Championship Women – Europe – Results, fixtures, tables and news – Women Soccerway". us.women.soccerway.com. Archived from the original on 13 July 2019. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "Women's Under-19 – Scotland-England". UEFA. Archived from the original on 18 July 2019. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "England squad named for FIFA Women's U20 World Cup". The FA. 23 July 2018. Archived from the original on 24 October 2023. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ a b "England win bronze medal at FIFA U20 Women's World Cup". The FA. 24 August 2018. Archived from the original on 30 December 2018. Retrieved 3 January 2020.
- ^ "FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup France 2018 - Matches - France - England". www.fifa.com. Archived from the original on 21 August 2018.
- ^ Association, The Football. "Neville names youthful SheBelieves squad as England prepare to defend title". www.thefa.com. Archived from the original on 21 October 2022. Retrieved 18 February 2020.
- ^ Ruszkai, Ameé (20 October 2025). "Katie Reid suffers England heartbreak after first senior call-up as Arsenal starlet is forced to withdraw from Lionesses squad alongside Man City's Grace Clinton". Goal.com. Retrieved 29 October 2025.
- ^ "Liverpool captain Grace Fisk called up to England squad". The Independent. 20 October 2025. Retrieved 29 October 2025.
- ^ "England v Ghana: Uncapped Grace Fisk out with calf injury". BBC Sport. 1 December 2025. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ "Grace Fisk player profile". Soccerway. Archived from the original on 29 September 2020. Retrieved 30 December 2019.
External links
[edit]- Grace Fisk at Soccerway.com
- Grace Fisk at FBref.com
- Grace Fisk at kicker (in German)
- Grace Fisk at South Carolina Gamecocks
- Grace Fisk at Liverpool F.C. Women
- Grace Fisk at the Football Association website
- Grace Fisk – UEFA competition record (archive)
Grace Fisk
View on GrokipediaEarly life and youth development
Early life
Grace Rebecca Fisk was born on 5 January 1998 in Bromley, on the southeastern outskirts of London, England.[7] She is the daughter of Alan and Judith Fisk and has a twin brother, Dominic, as well as an older sister, growing up in a family home in Bromley alongside two pet dogs.[8][9] Standing at 1.72 meters tall, Fisk is a right-footed defender whose local roots in Bromley would later shape her early club affiliations.[10] Fisk attended Langley Park High School in Beckenham, near Bromley, graduating in 2016 after completing her GCSEs.[7] Her initial exposure to football occurred during her school years, where she began playing casually amid a growing interest in the sport, though she balanced it with academics from an early age.[11] Early experiences were marked by anxiety; Fisk has recalled feeling so nervous before games that she would vomit, leading her to take a temporary sabbatical of six to twelve months during her GCSE preparation to focus on studies.[11] Despite these challenges, her passion for football persisted, prompting a return to the pitch and an eventual transition to structured youth training with the local Millwall Lionesses at age ten.[12]Youth development with Millwall
Grace Fisk joined the Millwall Lionesses' Centre of Excellence at the age of 10, beginning her structured development in organized football and quickly progressing through the club's youth ranks as a defender.[12] This early entry allowed her to build foundational skills in defensive positioning and game reading within a competitive youth environment.[13] In 2014, at just 16 years old, Fisk made her senior debut for Millwall Lionesses in the FA Women's Super League 2 (WSL 2), becoming the club's youngest-ever senior player.[14] Over the next two seasons (2014–2016), she featured in 25 matches, scoring 2 goals, and established herself as a reliable centre-back known for her composure and aerial prowess.[15] A notable milestone came in July 2015 during a WSL 2 match against Oxford United, where she scored with a header from a free-kick to help spark a comeback draw.[16] Fisk's performances earned her the Millwall Lionesses' Young Player of the Year award in 2015, recognizing her rapid growth and contributions to the team's defense in the second-tier league.[8] Her time at Millwall honed her abilities in high-pressure scenarios, preparing her for further opportunities abroad; following the 2016 season, she departed for college soccer in the United States.[12]College career
Penn State Nittany Lions
Grace Fisk transferred to Penn State University in 2016 to play for the Nittany Lions women's soccer team as a freshman defender.[8] During her debut season, she appeared in 18 matches, starting in most of them, and scored one goal, which came in a 2-0 victory over La Salle on September 11.[8] Her contributions helped anchor the backline, contributing to the team's nine shutouts overall.[8] Fisk earned starting roles in several Big Ten Conference matches, including the season opener against West Virginia and games against Wisconsin and Illinois, where she provided defensive stability and even took shots on goal.[17][18][19] The Nittany Lions enjoyed a strong campaign, finishing Big Ten play with a 7-1-3 record and ranked No. 21 nationally at points during the season.[20] Adapting from UK youth soccer to the demands of American college athletics presented challenges for Fisk, particularly the increased intensity of strength and conditioning drills and the higher volume of matches played.[21] She balanced these athletic rigors with her academic pursuits, having chosen Penn State for its strong academic standards alongside its soccer program.[22] After one year, Fisk transferred to the University of South Carolina.[7]South Carolina Gamecocks
Grace Fisk transferred to the University of South Carolina in 2017 after spending her freshman year at Penn State, where she quickly became a cornerstone of the Gamecocks' defense over three seasons from 2017 to 2019. During this period, she appeared in 61 matches, starting the majority, and contributed 5 goals while helping anchor a backline that emphasized shutouts and low goals against averages. Her presence coincided with the team's consistent national rankings, often in the top 10, and multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, including a quarterfinal run in 2017 and second-round appearance in 2018, as well as quarterfinals in 2019.[7][4] Fisk's defensive prowess was evident in her starting roles during key competitions, such as the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournaments and NCAA postseason games, where she logged full minutes in critical matches. She played every minute of the 2019 NCAA Tournament games, including a game-winning goal against Kansas in the second round, underscoring her reliability and impact on the team's undefeated run to the NCAA quarterfinals that year. Under her leadership, the Gamecocks set program records for shutouts, with 17 in 2019 alone—the most in the nation—and maintained a 0.32 goals-against average, the best in school history.[23][24][25] As a senior in 2019, Fisk served as team captain, guiding the Gamecocks to the SEC Championship title, where she was named tournament MVP for her commanding performances. She earned the SEC Defensive Player of the Year award three consecutive years (2017–2019), becoming the only player in conference history to achieve this feat, and was recognized as a United Soccer Coaches All-American in both 2017 (First Team) and 2018 (Second Team). In 2019, she was also named to the United Soccer Coaches All-America First Team and received ESPNW All-America honors. These honors highlighted her leadership and pivotal role in elevating South Carolina's status as a defensive powerhouse in women's college soccer.[26][27][28]Professional club career
West Ham United
Grace Fisk signed with West Ham United on 30 December 2019, marking her transition to professional football in the FA Women's Super League following her college career in the United States.[3] The defender, who had impressed during her time with the South Carolina Gamecocks, joined the Hammers as a highly rated England youth international, bringing versatility and composure to their backline.[29] Fisk made her competitive debut for West Ham on 12 January 2020, starting in a 2–1 league defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion, where she played the full 90 minutes despite the loss.[30] Over the next three-and-a-half seasons, she became a consistent presence in the starting lineup as a centre-back, making 64 appearances and scoring 2 goals across all competitions. Her defensive solidity helped anchor the team during a period of mid-table stability, with West Ham finishing 8th in the shortened 2019–20 season, 9th in 2020–21, 6th in 2021–22—their highest placement during her tenure—and 8th again in 2022–23.[31] A highlight of Fisk's time at West Ham came in the 2021–22 campaign, when she contributed to the team's memorable run to the Vitality Women's FA Cup semi-final, their first appearance at that stage since 2018; they fell 3–1 to Manchester City, but Fisk noted positives in the performance against a top side.[32] Earlier in the 2022–23 season, she had limited starts but returned strongly to the defense by September, becoming a regular starter.[33] Fisk also featured in the 2022–23 Continental Cup semi-final loss to Chelsea, showcasing her role in key knockout ties.[34] In July 2023, Fisk departed West Ham for Liverpool to pursue a new challenge under familiar management.[35]Liverpool
Grace Fisk joined Liverpool FC Women from West Ham United on 20 July 2023, signing a two-year contract to bolster the team's defensive options under manager Matt Beard.[36] Her prior experience in the Women's Super League at West Ham facilitated a swift integration into the squad.[1] Fisk made an immediate impact, starting all 22 Women's Super League matches in the 2023–24 season and contributing significantly to Liverpool's defensive solidity, which helped the team secure a fourth-place finish—their highest league position since 2014.[11] By October 2025, she had accumulated 46 appearances and 1 goal across all competitions for Liverpool, including consistent starts in the subsequent 2024–25 and early 2025–26 campaigns, where her performances supported the team's competitive standing in the league.[37] On 3 September 2025, Fisk was appointed permanent captain of Liverpool FC Women, succeeding Niamh Fahey following her retirement at the end of the 2024–25 season.[38] Head coach Gareth Taylor praised Fisk's leadership qualities, noting her ability to inspire teammates and foster team morale during challenging matches.[39] In her role, Fisk has led the defense in key fixtures, emphasizing organization and resilience to drive the club's ambitions in the Women's Super League.[40]International career
Youth international career
Grace Fisk began her international career with the England under-17 team in 2014, serving as captain during qualifying for the 2015 UEFA Women's Under-17 Championship. She scored twice in a 5-0 group stage win over Bulgaria, contributing to England's qualification for the finals in Iceland.[41][42] At the tournament, Fisk started all three group matches as England drew 1–1 with Spain, beat Iceland 3–1, but lost 0–5 to Germany, finishing third in the group and exiting early.[2][43][44][45] Progressing to the under-19 level in 2016–2017, Fisk featured regularly, including at the La Manga Cup in Spain in February 2017 during her freshman year at Penn State University.[8] She captained the team in a 1–2 friendly loss to the United States in July 2017. At the 2017 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship in Northern Ireland, she played in all three group stage fixtures against the Netherlands, Italy, and Germany, helping England secure fifth place overall after advancing to the placement matches.[46][2][47] Fisk transitioned to the under-20 squad in 2017–2018, assuming the captaincy for the 2018 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in France. Starting all six matches, she anchored the defense as England topped their group with wins over Mexico and the United States before defeating the Netherlands in the quarter-finals.[12] The team fell 2-0 to Japan in the semi-finals but claimed bronze with a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over hosts France after a 1-1 draw in the third-place match, where goalkeeper Sandy MacIver made two saves.[48][49] The tournament overlapped with her junior year at the University of South Carolina, causing her to miss the early college season.[7] In 2019, Fisk earned call-ups to the under-21 team, including for the U23 Nordic Tournament in Denmark, marking the culmination of her youth international progression before her first senior invitation later that year.[50]Senior international career
Grace Fisk received her first senior call-up to the England national team in February 2020, selected by head coach Phil Neville for the SheBelieves Cup in the United States as the only uncapped outfield player in the squad.[14][51] Despite her prior youth international experience, including captaining the England U20s to bronze at the 2018 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup, Fisk described the transition to the senior environment as initially overwhelming, noting she was "very shy and quiet" during training sessions in Orlando.[52] She appreciated the welcoming atmosphere from senior players, who offered encouragement and shared insights into their professional routines, though limited training opportunities for non-starters made it challenging to fully integrate.[53] Fisk did not feature in any of the tournament matches against the United States, England, or Japan, but she highlighted highlights like warming up alongside American stars Abby Dahlkemper and Tobin Heath as valuable learning experiences.[52] Fisk's senior involvement remained limited thereafter due to intense competition in the defensive positions, with established players such as Leah Williamson, Millie Bright, Alex Greenwood, Lotte Wubben-Moy, and Jess Carter dominating selections under subsequent coach Sarina Wiegman. In a June 2024 interview, she expressed a realistic perspective on her prospects, stating, "I’d love to play for England but Williamson and Bright are world class," while emphasizing her contentment with club football at Liverpool and noting no direct discussions with Wiegman about a return, prioritizing enjoyment and performance in the Women's Super League over international pressure.[11] She was appointed club captain in September 2025. Her uncapped status persisted, reflecting the depth of talent in England's backline. In October 2025, Fisk earned a second senior call-up to replace injured players Katie Reid and Grace Clinton for the 'Homecoming Series' internationals against Brazil and Australia, joining the squad at St. George's Park without prior travel demands.[54][5] At 27, she remained uncapped following the camp, where England lost 1–2 to Brazil but beat Australia 3–0, but Fisk did not make an appearance amid the competitive squad dynamics.[2] In reflecting on her ongoing ambitions, Fisk has reiterated a desire for a full cap while maintaining focus on her leadership role at Liverpool, viewing each opportunity as motivation to refine her game.[11]Career statistics
Club appearances and goals
Grace Fisk's professional club statistics are detailed below, including appearances and goals in the Women's Super League (WSL), FA Women's Cup, and FA Women's League Cup. Statistics up to November 12, 2025.[37][55]| Club | Seasons | League | Cup | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millwall Lionesses | 2014–2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| West Ham United | 2019–2023 | 64 | 18 | 82 |
| Liverpool | 2023–2025 | 46 | 13 | 59 |
| Career | 110 | 31 | 141 |
College Statistics
Grace Fisk's college career statistics are as follows, covering her time with the Penn State Nittany Lions and South Carolina Gamecocks in NCAA competitions.[8][7]Penn State Nittany Lions (2016)
| Season | Competition | Appearances | Starts | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NCAA | 21 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
South Carolina Gamecocks (2017–2019)
| Season | Competition | Appearances | Starts | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | NCAA | 23 | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 | NCAA | 17 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | NCAA | 24 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | NCAA | 64 | 56 | 5 | 2 |
Professional Club Statistics
Grace Fisk's professional club statistics include appearances in the Women's Super League (WSL), FA Women's League Cup, and FA Women's Cup for West Ham United and Liverpool. Detailed breakdowns are provided below for league play, with overall club totals incorporating cup competitions where available. Statistics are up to November 12, 2025.[37][55][56]Millwall Lionesses (2014–2016)
Specific appearance and goal data for Fisk's time with Millwall Lionesses in the FA WSL 2 is limited in available records, as she was a youth academy product who made her senior debut at age 16 in 2014 and was named the club's Young Player of the Year in 2015. No verified numerical statistics were found for this period.[2][8]West Ham United (2019–2023)
| Season | Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–20 | WSL | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020–21 | WSL | 22 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021–22 | WSL | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022–23 | WSL | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| Various | FA Cup / League Cup | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | All Competitions | 82 | 2 | 0 |
Liverpool (2023–2025)
| Season | Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | WSL | 22 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024–25 | WSL | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025–26 | WSL | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Various | FA Cup / League Cup | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | All Competitions | 59 | 2 | 2 |
International appearances and goals
Grace Fisk represented England at youth international levels from under-17 to under-21, earning a total of 30 caps and scoring 2 goals across these teams.[55]Youth international statistics
| Level | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| U17 | 7 | 2 |
| U19 | 9 | 0 |
| U20 | 8 | 0 |
| U21 | 6 | 0 |
| Total | 30 | 2 |
Senior international statistics
As of November 2025, Fisk remains uncapped at the senior level despite multiple call-ups, including her first in February 2020 for the SheBelieves Cup and a recall in October 2025 for friendlies against Brazil (October 25 in Manchester) and Australia (October 28 in Derby), where she did not feature.[2][5]| Level | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 0 | 0 |
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