< b >BBC iPlayer< /b > is rolling out a new sports doc that puts one of England’s most bankable athletes front and center. Mary Earps: Queen of Stops drops Friday, May 30, tracking the rise of the Manchester United and Lionesses goalkeeper as she cements her place among the most influential figures in women’s football.
The documentary—part of BBC Sport’s broader “Names Will Be Made” initiative spotlighting women’s sport this summer—chronicles Earps’ career with a mix of personal reflection, behind-the-scenes footage, and player commentary. Her 2024/25 season at Paris Saint-Germain serves as a framing device, giving viewers an inside look at the work that goes into staying at the top.
But it’s not just about clean sheets. Earps unpacks her 2020 snub from the national team, a pivotal turning point in a career that would go on to include Euro 2022 glory, a Golden Glove win at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, and a BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
The film features insight from fellow Lionesses—including Ella Toone, Alessia Russo, Jill Scott, Lucy Bronze, and Ellen White—offering a fuller picture of Earps’ leadership, locker room presence, and broader impact on the sport. That includes her push for equity in kit sponsorships and a legacy that’s become symbolic of the fight for visibility in women’s football.
Mary Earps: Queen of Stops drops ahead of what’s expected to be a major summer for BBC Sport’s women’s slate, with more docs and profiles in the pipeline.
