Katie Chapman, a celebrated England football player, retired in 2018 with 28 trophies and numerous accolades to her name. Despite her success, she faced challenges balancing motherhood and her career, prompting her step back from the England squad in 2011 due to a lack of support for parents in professional sports. However, Chapman notes improvements in policies around maternity leave for women in football, advocating for better management of athletes, regardless of pregnancy or injury. Her insights shed light on the evolving landscape for female athletes in the sport.
Things weren't handled very well, Chapman tells FourFourTwo. I just needed a bit of time and understanding, but you don't understand if you're not a parent.
Things are much better for mothers in football now, with maternity leave in the contract. Players have children and the situation is managed.
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