She came to Arsenal with a reputation for being one of the best left-backs in the world, but Steph Catley refuses
to rest on her laurels and is always looking to improve, whether that’s in her favourite position or in the centre-back role she has filled at various times in her career for both club and country. Here she talks about her inspirations, from her family to her teammates via an Aussie Rules legend, David Beckham and – what’s this?! – the Tottenham player who helped to shape her game. Explain yourself, Catley!
Who was your childhood inspiration?