002 Kim Little (Arsenal)

Kim Little, born on June 29, 1990, in Mintlaw, Scotland, is a celebrated midfielder and captain of Arsenal in the Women’s Super League. She began her senior career at Hibernian, where her prolific scoring quickly drew attention. In 2008, she joined Arsenal and became a central figure in their domestic dominance, winning multiple league titles and cups. Her technical brilliance and vision earned her accolades, including the PFA Women’s Players’ Player of the Year and BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year.

Little also made a mark internationally, debuting for Scotland at just 16 and earning 140 caps before retiring from international duty in 2021. She represented Great Britain at both the London 2012 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Her club career included a successful stint in the U.S. with Seattle Reign and a spell in Australia with Melbourne City. Known for her leadership and consistency, Little remains one of the most respected figures in women’s football.