Career Timeline of Alisha Lehmann: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Alisha Lehmann built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Alisha Lehmann is a Swiss professional footballer renowned for her skills as a forward. She currently plays for Juventus in Serie A and represents the Switzerland national team. Notably, Lehmann holds the distinction of being the most followed female footballer globally on Instagram, highlighting her significant presence both on and off the field.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 2017: First Cap for Senior Switzerland National Team

On October 22, 2017, Lehmann earned her first cap for the senior Switzerland national team in a friendly match against Japan, entering as a substitute in the 55th minute.

March 2018: First International Goal

On March 2, 2018, Alisha Lehmann scored her first international goal against Finland at the 2018 Cyprus Cup.

April 2018: First Official International Match

On April 5, 2018, Lehmann played her first official international match in a 1–0 victory over Scotland for qualification to the 2019 World Cup.

July 2018: U-19 European Championship

During the U-19 European Championship in July 2018, Lehmann scored the equalizer against France, making it 2–2, and also scored in a 3–1 win over Norway. However, Switzerland was eliminated in the preliminary round.

August 2018: Signed by West Ham United

In August 2018, Alisha Lehmann was signed by West Ham United from BSC YB Frauen after West Ham manager Matt Beard was impressed by her performances at the 2018 U-19 European Championship.

February 2019: Scored Both Goals against Reading

On February 20, 2019, Lehmann scored both goals in a 2–1 win over Reading.

April 2019: Contract Extension with West Ham

In April 2019, West Ham extended Lehmann's contract after she scored nine goals in 30 appearances and helped the club reach the FA Cup final by scoring the equalising goal against Reading on April 14, 2019.

November 2019: Goal Against Reading in Conti Cup

On November 3, 2019, Lehmann scored the only goal in the 75th minute against Reading for a 1–0 win, helping her team advance to the knockout stage of the 2019–20 Conti Cup.

January 2020: Two Goals Against Brighton

On January 19, 2020, Lehmann scored two goals in the 80th and 83rd minute to give West Ham a 2–1 victory against Brighton after being behind 1–0. She was also shortlisted for the BBC Super League Young Player of the Season award for the 2019–20 season.

January 2021: Moved to Everton on Loan

On January 27, 2021, it was announced that Lehmann had moved to Everton on loan until the end of the season.

December 2021: First Two Goals for Aston Villa

On December 2, 2021, Lehmann scored her first two goals for Aston Villa against Sunderland.

July 2022: Contract Extension with Aston Villa

In July 2022, Alisha Lehmann signed a one-year contract extension with Aston Villa for the 2022–23 season, having made 23 appearances and scoring four goals during her first season at the club.

March 2023: Goals and Assist against Leicester City

On March 26, 2023, Alisha Lehmann scored two goals and provided an assist in a 5–0 win against Leicester City, earning Player of the Match.

July 2023: Selected for the 2023 World Cup

On July 3, 2023, Alisha Lehmann was selected for the 2023 World Cup, where she played in two group stage matches but Switzerland was eliminated in the Round of 16.