Jessica Carter


Jessica Carter is an English football midfielder who plays for Chelsea.

Early life

As a youth, Carter captained the Warwick Juniors to the County Cup championship. In June 2013, she joined the Birmingham City Academy.

Playing career

Club

In March 2014 at the age of 16, Carter made her debut for Birmingham City in a match against Arsenal in the first leg of the 2013-14 UEFA Women's Champions League quarterfinal. She was subsequently named player of the match.

International

Carter has represented England on the U19 and U20 national teams. During her debut for the England U19 team, she scored against Norway. Carter was called up to the senior England squad for a qualifier against Kazakhstan and made an appearance, replacing Lucy Bronze, in the 77th minute as England won 5-0.

Personal life

Carter is in a same-sex relationship with Chelsea teammate Ann-Katrin Berger.

Career statistics

Club