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Kim Little is a highly celebrated professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Arsenal in the Women's Super League and has captained the Scotland national team. Little began her career with Hibernian, making her senior debut in 2006 at just 16 years old.

She signed for Arsenal in 2008, helping the team win multiple league titles and FA Cups while contributing with goals and assists. In 2013, she made history by becoming one of the first players to join the newly formed NWSL in the United States, signing for Seattle Reign (now OL Reign). Little thrived in the NWSL, earning the league’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in 2014 and establishing herself as one of the world's best midfielders.

In 2017, Little returned to Arsenal, helping the club secure the 2018/19 WSL title. Internationally, Little earned over 140 caps for Scotland and played a vital role in leading the team to their first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2019.

In addition to her playing career, Little has pursued academic and coaching qualifications. She earned a degree in Sports Science from Northumbria University, balancing her studies with her professional career. Little has also completed her UEFA coaching badges.

Bronze has won every domestic honour in England during spells at Sunderland, Liverpool, Everton, and Manchester City. In 2017, Bronze joined Lyon, where she won the domestic title and UEFA Women’s Champions League in each of her three seasons at the club.

A second stint at Manchester City followed in 2020 before she moved to Barcelona in 2022. During her time in Spain, she added seven more trophies to her collection, including two UEFA Women’s Champions League titles.

Individually, Bronze has received multiple accolades. She was announced on the shortlist for The Best FIFA Women's Player and was voted into the FIFPRO Women’s World XI by her fellow professionals. She was also nominated for the Ballon d'Or and finished 20th in the final rankings. Previous honours include runner-up for the 2019 Ballon d'Or and the 2020 FIFA Best Women’s Player of the Year. She has also won the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award in both 2014 and 2017.

On the international stage, Bronze has been a key figure for England since her senior debut in 2013. She played a pivotal role in the Lionesses' UEFA Women’s European Championship triumph in 2022 and helped England reach the final of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where they finished as runners-up to Spain.

Steve Cook is a professional footballer who currently plays as a defender for QPR. Cook began his career at Brighton & Hove Albion, progressing through the club’s academy and making his senior debut in 2008. He enjoyed loan spells at Havant & Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Mansfield Town, and AFC Bournemouth.

Cook joined Bournemouth permanently in 2012. He played a pivotal role in Bournemouth’s promotion to the Premier League in 2015. During his decade-long tenure at the club, Cook made over 350 .

In January 2022, Cook signed for Nottingham Forest, where he played an important role in helping the club achieve promotion to the Premier League for the 2022/23 season after a 23-year absence. Cook moved to QPR in 2023, bringing his wealth of experience and leadership to the Championship side.

Off the pitch, Cook has shown an interest in coaching and has begun working towards his UEFA coaching badges.

Gillett began his career in the academy at Southampton, making his senior debut in 2005. He gained early experience with loan spells at Walsall, Blackpool, Bournemouth, and Doncaster Rovers.

After leaving Southampton in 2009, Gillett joined Doncaster Rovers on a permanent deal, where he became a regular in the midfield. Over three seasons, he made over 80 appearances. In 2012, Gillett moved to Nottingham Forest, where he featured prominently during the 2012/13 season, making 36 appearances and establishing himself as a reliable midfield presence.

Subsequent stints at Bristol City, Yeovil Town, and Shrewsbury Town followed. He concluded his professional career at League Two side Peterborough United, retiring in 2017.

PFA Chair Omar Beckles is an experienced professional, currently playing as a centre-back for League One side Leyton Orient and previously representing Grenada internationally.

Beckles began his career in Millwall's academy, then had a brief spell in Spain, before returning to English non-league football. In 2016, he broke into the English Football League with Accrington Stanley and has since made over 250 appearances with clubs including Shrewsbury Town, Crewe Alexandra and Leyton Orient.

Beyond his club commitments, Beckles has been dedicated to off-field causes. Elected to the PFA Players' Board in 2021, he quickly became a respected players' advocate and was voted PFA Chair in 2023. A qualified UEFA B licensed coach, he has pursued further development with the PFA, including completing the Effective Board Member Programme.

Beckles is a strong advocate for mental health and wellbeing. He was named Community Player of the Year twice at Shrewsbury Town and received the League Two PFA Player in the Community Award in 2022 for his impact at Leyton Orient. Through his foundation, HUB 365, he supports young people in realising their potential, highlighting his commitment to positive community engagement and empowerment.

Tim Krul plays as a goalkeeper for Luton Town in the Premier League and has been a long-serving member of the Netherlands national team. Krul began his career at ADO Den Haag before joining Newcastle United’s academy in 2005. He made his senior debut for Newcastle in 2006 during a UEFA Cup tie, marking the beginning of a long association with the club.

Krul became Newcastle’s first-choice goalkeeper in the 2011/12 season. Over his 11 years at the club, Krul made over 185 appearances, playing a key role in Newcastle’s domestic and European campaigns. Loan spells at Falkirk, Carlisle United, Ajax, and AZ Alkmaar provided valuable experience during his time at Newcastle.

In 2018, Krul joined Brighton & Hove Albion before moving to Norwich City later that year. Krul was instrumental in Norwich’s promotion campaigns in 2019 and 2021, winning the club’s Player of the Season award in 2020. He remained a key figure for Norwich during their Premier League and Championship seasons until his move to Luton Town in 2023.

On the international stage, Krul is best remembered for his heroics in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he came on as a substitute in a penalty shootout against Costa Rica and saved two penalties to send the Netherlands to the semifinals. He has earned over 15 caps for the national team.

Off the pitch, Krul has begun preparing for a future in football by pursuing coaching qualifications, including UEFA badges, and mentoring young goalkeepers.

Davies joined Tottenham Hotspur from Swansea in 2014 and is now the longest-serving member of Spur's playing staff. Over the past decade, he has become a key member of the squad, making 330 appearances in all competitions.

On the international stage, Davies is a regular for Wales. He played a pivotal role in helping Wales qualify for their first major tournament since the 1958 FIFA World Cup, featuring in every match of their run to the Euro 2016 semi-finals, only missing the last-four clash with Portugal. He has since represented Wales at Euro 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, bringing his tally to three major international tournaments. Now captaining his country, at the end of 2023/24, Davies had moved up to 86 caps

Outside of football, Davies earned a degree in Economics and Business with the Open University.

Adam Chicksen plays as a defender for Notts County in League Two. He began his career at Milton Keynes Dons, graduating from the academy to make his senior debut in 2010. He made over 60 appearances for the club before signing for Brighton & Hove Albion in 2013 where he spent three years. During his time at Brighton, he gained further experience through loan spells at Gillingham, Fleetwood Town, and Leyton Orient. In 2016, he joined Charlton Athletic, making 14 appearances during the 2016/17 season.

Chicksen’s career saw him continue in the Football League with stints at Bradford City and Bolton Wanderers. In 2020, he joined Notts County in the National League and became a crucial part of the squad, contributing to their return to the Football League in the 2022/23 season.

Daniels began his career at West Bromwich Albion, gaining valuable experience during loan spells with Tranmere Rovers, Gillingham, Blackpool, and Aberdeen.

In 2015, he made a permanent move to Wigan Athletic, where he was part of the squad that won the League One title in the 2015-16 season.

Daniels joined Blackpool in 2018, spending a season there before making the move to Luton Town in the Championship in 2019. A loan spell at Doncaster Rovers followed, and in the summer of 2020, he signed for Crewe Alexandra, where he made 31 appearances.

In January 2022, Daniels signed for Walsall, making an immediate impact at the heart of the Saddlers’ defence. His leadership qualities were soon recognised, and he was named club captain.

Coady plays as a defender for Leicester City and has represented the England national team. He began his career at Liverpool's academy, making his senior debut in 2013. He enjoyed a successful loan spell at Sheffield United during the 2013/14 season, where he made 50 appearances.

In 2014, Coady signed for Huddersfield Town before moving to Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2015, he played a central role in Wolves’ promotion to the Premier League in 2018 and their subsequent success in establishing themselves as a top-flight team. His leadership qualities saw him named Wolves’ captain. In 2023, Coady signed for Leicester City. He earned his first England call-up in 2020.

Coady is working towards his coaching badges.

Born in Milton Keynes, Adeyemi began his career in the academy at Norwich City, making his senior debut in 2010. His early promise earned him the club’s Young Player of the Year award that season. He gained valuable experience with loan spells at Bradford City, Oldham Athletic, and Brentford.

In 2013, Adeyemi joined Birmingham City, where he went on to make 40 appearances and scoring three goals in the 2013/14 Championship season. His performances caught the attention of Cardiff City, who signed him in 2014. Adeyemi featured regularly in his first season at Cardiff before going on loan to Leeds United.

In 2017, Adeyemi signed for Ipswich Town but was hampered by injuries. After battling persistent fitness issues, Adeyemi announced his retirement from professional football in 2019 at the age of 27.

Peter Vincenti was re-elected to the PFA’s Players’ Board, after first becoming a member of the Management Committee (now the Players’ Board) in 2015. As current Vice Chair of the PFA, Vincenti works closely with the leadership to set the union’s strategic direction and ensure the views of the membership are reflected. During his playing career, he represented several teams across League One and League Two and served as a PFA Player Delegate. Vincenti completed his MBA through the Open University while still playing, and currently works in finance. 

Will Boyle currently plays as a defender for Wrexham AFC. 

Boyle began his career at Huddersfield, making his senior debut in 2015 after progressing through the academy. Loan spells at Kidderminster, Macclesfield, and York City followed, before a move to Kilmarnock, where he gained his most game time to date. Boyle returned to Huddersfield in 2017.

Boyle then joined Cheltenham Town, spending over five successful years at Whaddon Road. He played a key role in Cheltenham’s 2020/21 League Two title win and was named in the PFA League Two Team of the Year. He later established himself in League One, making 31 appearances and scoring four goals in the 2021/22 season.

A return to Huddersfield followed in 2022, where he made 16 Championship appearances before joining Wrexham on a three-year deal. In his first season, Boyle featured 28 times, scoring four goals.