Chelsea legend Millie Bright's legacy

Chelsea legend Millie Bright's legacy

Author: The Athletic May 1, 2026 Duration: 17:56

On this episode of Full Time Focus, host Jillian Sakovits and The Athletic's UK soccer writer Cerys Jones discuss Chelsea defender Millie Bright's retirement. Bright has been a key figure in women's soccer, especially in England, across a period of great evolution. The duo discusses the former England and Women's Super League defender's legacy and what yet another departure means for Chelsea as the club continues to navigate a period of transition.

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HOST: Jillian Sakovits

GUEST: Cerys Jones

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

Chelsea’s Millie Bright retires with immediate effect: How she’ll be remembered

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