Tottenham captain Jenna Schillaci retires

Tottenham have announced the retirement of captain Jenna Schillaci. The 36 year-old had spent 12 seasons at the North London club, helping them move up to the women's football pyramid to reach the Super League in 2019. 

"It's been a decision I haven't taken lightly but I feel ready," she told BBC Sport. "I've lived my dream and turned professional with the club, something many years ago I never thought was possible.

"The season came to a stop [because of the coronavirus pandemic] and that definitely made [the decision to retire] more difficult for me. I played my last match on a Monday night in Coventry without even realising."

Head Coach Karen Hills said: “I want to say a massive thank you to Jenna for everything she has done for the team and congratulate her on all the success she’s had in her career.

"Jenna has been a true leader for us on and off the pitch and she is an inspiration to many. We have been able to create so many truly amazing memories together that will stay with us forever. I wish her the very best in her new adventure and her retirement.”