In early September, the Toone family suffered the loss of her father, Nick, just days before he was due to celebrate his 60th birthday. A crestfallen Ella took to Instagram soon after, and spoke of a “hole in my heart that can never be filled”. Then, in November, the ultra-popular forward had to confront more difficulties, when a calf injury sidelined her for the remainder of 2024.
The 25-year-old has spoken candidly about the struggles she endured during the subsequent period. But within weeks of 2025 beginning – and to the delight of all who love her – Toone returned in magisterial fashion.