Karen Carney Bio | Wiki
Karen Carney is an English sports journalist and former professional footballer. She played as a winger and midfielder. Karen has been a regular broadcaster for live football on Sky Sports and Amazon Prime, including Women’s Super League and men’s Premier League matches since 2019.
Moreover, she is also a sports columnist for BBC Sport, BBC Radio 5 Live, and BBC Television. She commenced her career at Birmingham City and was twice named FA Young Player of the Year in 2005 and 2006. In 2015, Karen was inducted into Birmingham City’s Hall of Fame, and in 2021, she was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame.
Karen Carney Age
Karen was born on August 1, 1987, in Solihull, United Kingdom. She is 35 years old.
Karen Carney Height
She is a woman of average stature and stands at a height of 5 ft 4 in (Approx. 1.63 m).
Karen Carney Family
She was born and raised in Hall Green, Birmingham by her parents. Karen’s mother works at Sainsbury’s, and her father is a firefighter. She said in June 2019, “We keep it real. We know who we are. I don’t need a Bentley; I don’t need a Rolex.” She holds an English nationality.
Karen Carney Husband
Karen is a beautiful woman who enjoys her life and career, but, she keeps her marital status private. Therefore, it is not known to the public whether she is dating or single.
Karen Carney Education
She attended St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School and St. Peter’s RC Secondary School, Solihull. Karen graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Loughborough University in Sports and Exercise Science with a specialization in Physiology and Sports Psychology.
In 2013, she graduated from the University of Gloucestershire with a Master of Science in Sports Psychology with a specialization in Performance Psychology. As of 2021 Karen was studying towards a Master of Business Administration at the James Lind Institute and was set to graduate in 2022. She was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2017 New Year Honours for services to football.
Karen Carney Sky Sports
Karen has been a regular broadcaster for live football on Sky Sports and Amazon Prime, including Women’s Super League and men’s Premier League matches since 2019. She also serves as a sports columnist for BBC Sport, BBC Radio 5 Live, and BBC Television.
Some of Karen’s colleagues at Sky Sports include:
Martin Brundle – commentator
Richard Keys – reporter
Simon Lazenby – presenter
Sarah Stirk – presenter
Alex Payne – broadcaster
Karen Carney Birmingham City
She joined Birmingham City Ladies at the age of 11 and played at various age levels for the club alongside the likes of Eniola Aluko and Laura Bassett. Karen made her first-team debut for Birmingham City in the FA Women’s Premier League National Division against Fulham Ladies at the age of 14. She received FA National Young Player of the Year honors in 2005 and 2006.
Following two seasons with Chicago Red Stars in the American Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS), Karen re-joined Birmingham City from 2011–15. She finished her career with Chelsea where she was named Player of the Year in 2016 and captained the club to an FA Women’s Cup title in 2017-18. She retired in July 2019.
Karen Carney Chicago Red Stars
Following a new professional league announcement in the United States, Karen was selected by Chicago Red Stars in the third round of the 2008 WPS International Draft. The Red Stars made her their first signing on January 27, 2009. It was confirmed the following day by Arsenal.
Karen joined Head Coach Emma Hayes, who had served as Arsenal’s first team assistant coach. During the 2010 season, she competed in 21 matches. Karen scored the game-winning goal against Sky Blue FC on 2 August lifting Chicago to a 2–1 win on her birthday. The Red Stars finished the regular season in sixth place with a 7–11–6 record.
Karen Carney England
Karen made her senior international debut in England’s 4–1 victory over Italy in 2005, coming off the bench to score England’s fourth goal. She was named to the 2019 England World Cup squad and earned her 141st cap in England’s first match against Scotland.
On July 5, 2019, she announced that she would retire after the World Cup third-place final match against Sweden. England lost the match 2–1, and the match saw an Ellen White goal disallowed due to handball.
Karen Carney Great Britain
In June 2012, Karen was named in the 18-player Great Britain squad for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. She played in all four games as Great Britain was beaten 2–0 by Canada in the last eight.
Karen Carney Net Worth
She earns her wealth from her career, therefore, she has amassed a fortune over the years. Karen’s estimated net worth is $10 million.
Who Is Karen Carney
Karen Carney is an English sports journalist and former professional footballer. She played as a winger and midfielder. Karen has been a regular broadcaster for live football on Sky Sports and Amazon Prime, including Women’s Super League and men’s Premier League matches since 2019.
Is Karen Carney Married
Karen is not married and has never been married. She keeps her marital status private. Therefore, it is not known to the public whether she is dating or single.