

"I was once told I couldn't play in the boys team and I would never play for England. Don't ever let someone tell you you can't do something or achieve your dreams. Hard work, dedication, passion and love for what you do are a great recipe. You don't have to be the best at something to make your dreams come true, just look at me.

"This is for the next generation and potentially the next lioness. "To all the back room staff, I hope you know how much you are appreciated, you all go above and beyond to ensure we as players were able to go out and play the game we love, so thank you. But I hope you truly know how much I appreciate everything you have done for me to get me on the pitch and keep me on the pitch playing at the highest level. "To the medical teams I have had the privilege to work with, those who know me well know that I go at 100 miles an hour, all or nothing. The hours on and off the pitch do not go unnoticed and I am incredibly grateful, and will always remember the good times. Your guidance, patience, knowledge and belief in me helped to give me the confidence to achieve my wildest dreams. Thank you to the managers who I have worked for. "Thank you to all the clubs that have given me the opportunity to be a part of your football club. It has been a huge honour to have represented some of the biggest clubs in England and to have worn the shirt and created some unbelievable memories. "I have been very lucky to have played for a number of teams in my career. My dreams came true on the 31st July, winning The Euros and becoming a European Champion. In particular playing for England has and always will be the greatest gift. "It has been my greatest honour and privilege to play this game. And this is my time to say goodbye to football and watch the next generation shine.Įngland Lionesses ditch football shirts in glam photoshoot as they spill on 'fairytale' win This decision has always been one I have wanted to make on my terms. "This has been one of the hardest decisions of my life but one that I know is the right decision for me. White conceded this decision was obviously not an easy one, but one she has mulled over and deemed the correct one to make at this stage, with the state of the women's game in the best condition it has been for quite some time. You have gone above and beyond and I am forever grateful for your love and support. "Thank you to my agent, you are truly one of a kind and I don't think enough words could do justice to what you have done for me.

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"To the fans, thank you for your unwavering love of this beautiful game, I have been so honoured to have played professional football and to have had your incredible support, I will never forget the memories. HAVE YOUR SAY! Where does Ellen White rank among England legends? Comment below
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"To the love of my life, my husband, what do you fancy doing next weekend? I'm pretty free You are my inspiration, my rock, my sounding board, my biggest supporter, I can't wait for what our future holds. Thank you for always believing in me and being my biggest supporters, I love you both so very much. "Mum and Dad you have encouraged and supported me my whole career, I hope I have made you proud. "The support and love you have given me throughout my career can not be written with enough words. "To my family and closest friends, wow, what can I say, I love you all so much, she added. White continued, by reflecting on the help she has received from her closest confidants throughout her time at the top of the game. I will never forget what we achieved and I am truly thankful to each and every one of you for making my dreams come true." Thank you for pushing me every single day to be a better person and player. "It has been an absolute honour to train and play alongside you all. The Little Lionesses following the football steps of Mary Earps
