Everton Women's players inspire the next generation at special World Cup event

Everton players Courtney Brosnan and Katja Snoeijs held a special training session with 10 young girls who have been chosen to represent Team England at the 2026 Street Child World Cup.

As the girls’ team steps up their preparations ahead of the global tournament in May, which precedes the FIFA World Cup, Brosnan and Snoeijs helped shape and coach a technical football session for the young players, giving them the chance to train alongside Women’s Super League professional footballers.

The local girls drew on the Blues duo’s experience and expertise, leaving inspired and empowered at the Club’s training ground as they gear up to represent their country on the world stage.

Reflecting on the session, Toffees goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan said:

“It’s a lot of fun to get out here with the girls. It’s been really great to develop a relationship with them and get to know them so well. Football is an incredible outlet and it’s amazing to see them out here with smiles on their faces making friends.

“That’s what I love about football – seeing them gelling together, which is exactly what they’ll do on the world stage, is fantastic. I think it’s an unbelievable initiative that brings so many people together from different places. It really shows how powerful football can be in creating experiences and memories and I’m sure these girls will take that with them forever.”

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Grace, one of the players from the girls’ team, added:

“Katja and Courtney are really bubbly and it’s so nice to be around them. They can teach us about football but also about the lifestyle of being a footballer. It’s been so inspiring to learn from them and prepare for the tournament.”

Made possible thanks to funding from the Premier League and Professional Footballers’ Association through the Players Project Pilot, participants from EitC’s She Inspires programme, including Grace, will showcase their talents for Team England at the major football event which will take place this year in Mexico.

The Players’ Project Pilot aims to put professional footballers at the heart of local initiatives that address important societal issues, while She Inspires is designed to empower young girls and women across Merseyside, particularly those who might not otherwise have access to such opportunities.

Over the past 12 months, Courtney and Katja have supported the girls’ team in ambassadorial roles, joining them on their journey in the build-up to the SCWC. The Everton pair have helped shape the project through a series of educational workshops and activities, culminating in this special football training session ahead of their trip to Mexico City in a few months.

The Street Child World Cup is a global initiative that empowers street-connected children by advocating for their rights and providing opportunities they deserve. Organised by Street Child United ahead of each FIFA World Cup, it brings together children from across the world to play football, take part in arts festivals and join child-friendly Congress sessions.

In May 2026, Mexico City will welcome over 500 young people, uniting them to play football and inspire change for a fairer future.