An Impressive Journey

At just 20 years old, Sarah Brasero is set to make her mark at West Ham United in the Barclays Women’s Super League. Despite her youth, she brings a wealth of experience from both domestic and international play.

Career Highlights

• Early Career: Brasero began her football journey in Sprowston, Norfolk, and joined Ipswich Town’s Professional Game Academy in the summer of 2020.
• Senior Debut: Making her senior debut at 16, she contributed to a notable 10-0 victory over Peterborough Northern Star in the Women’s FA Cup.
• 2020/21 Season: The following season was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, but Brasero went on to make 16 appearances as Ipswich finished third in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division.
• Women’s FA Cup Quarter-Finals: During the 2021 campaign, she played as a substitute against West Ham United, facing renowned players like Gilly Flaherty and Kate Longhurst.

International Recognition

Her performance in the regional league led to her debut call-up to the England U19 squad in November 2021, where she participated in a match against the Netherlands.

Continued Development

In the subsequent season, Brasero recorded five goals in 23 appearances, helping Ipswich narrowly miss out on promotion. This led to her departure from Ipswich in the summer of 2023 for Lewes, where she made 17 appearances in the Barclays Women’s Super League 2.

International Adventure

Brasero’s journey continued as she moved to Portugal to join G.D. Estoril Praia. In the 2024/25 season, she made 23 appearances and earned her first call-up to the England U23 squad, debuting against Sweden alongside Hammers player Anouk Denton.

A New Chapter at West Ham

Now, with her sights set on making an impact at West Ham United, Brasero is eager to contribute her talents to the club’s aspirations in the Super League.

Fans can explore a visual timeline of Brasero’s career progression through the imagery provided above.