London City Lionesses goalkeeper Sophie Hillyerd has signed a new one-year contract with the club.
WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Pride this morning.
The 23-year-old has spent the last three years with London City Lionesses after joining the club from West Ham United. Hillyerd suffered a long-term injury early in her time at London City Lionesses but she has since made a good recovery and has boosted competition in the goalkeeping department. Hillyerd also had a successful loan spell at Watford last season.
The youngster has a bright future ahead of her and she will be hoping to play a part for London City Lionesses in 2026/2027.
After signing on again with The Pride, Hillyerd said “Everyone knows London City is a club going far. It’s changing a lot. I was here in the early stages of London City and the takeover, so I’ve really seen the development.
“I moved here when I was very young and got injured. It was tough. It was a real journey, one I didn’t think would come to an end in terms of my injury. The club have supported me through my injuries, three operations and trusted in my ability. It means a lot.
“The players we have are of such high calibre so I really feel it’s a great place to continue my development.
“The last year has been brilliant, it’s been amazing to get back to playing and training every day. It feels so much better.
“Going on loan to Watford for the second part of last season has done the world of good for my confidence and experience in the game. They were fighting for promotion so my goal was to help them with that and we succeeded. It was a confidence builder for me, the squad were lovely and it was great to get back playing some game minutes.
“The growing attendances for us have been brilliant at London City. We are also grateful for the fans who have stuck by us. To have them with us is special and we are growing something special.”
Further London City Lionesses squad news will be announced in due course.
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