'I'm including the men in this!' - PSG coach reveals Mary Earps' standout quality which transcends gender to make her world class

Earps has built an impressive CV, cementing herself as one of the top goalkeepers in the game. She was a key player in England’s victorious Euro 2022 campaign and played a vital role in the Lionesses’ journey to the 2023 Women's World Cup final. Her outstanding performances on the international stage earned her back-to-back FIFA Best Goalkeeper awards in 2022 and 2023, a rare achievement in the sport.

During her time at Manchester United, Earps was an ever-present figure between the posts, playing every single league match for four consecutive seasons. She helped the club secure the Women’s FA Cup in May 2024, marking a significant milestone in her career before making the switch to PSG. Her transition to French football has been seamless, with Earps quickly becoming a key player for PSG. She has started 12 of the team’s 14 league matches, proving her importance to the squad and reinforcing why the club was eager to bring her in.

PSG's goalkeeping coach, Mickael Grondin, highlighted Earps’ instinct and razor-sharp focus as attributes that set her apart from other goalkeepers, including those in men’s football.

"I think Mary's personality is like sunshine. She is full of the joys of life and that's important to me," Grondin told BBC. "She has an instinct about what her opponent is going to do. You can't teach that. Very few goalkeepers, and I'm including the men in this, have that intuition. She's someone who likes working hard. She pays attention to every moment, both on the pitch and off it."

Moving to a new league and adapting to a different footballing culture can be a daunting challenge, but Earps has been simply sensational in the French capital. She will return to international duty as England prepare for crucial Nations League fixtures against Portugal and Spain.