LFC WomenMegan Campbell named Standard Chartered Player of the Month

The 28-year-old was part of a defence that conceded just one goal in five games during a highly successful month for the Reds that saw them build a strong lead at the top of the FA Women’s Championship.

Campbell also made her presence felt in the attacking part of the field, where her long throws have become a significant weapon for Matt Beard’s side, most notably providing the assist for Katie Stengel’s headed winner against Watford at Prenton Park.

The award from the fans is no doubt also recognition for the hard work she put in to return to fitness after an injury in pre-season forced her to undergo rehabilitation for several months.

“I’m really humbled to receive this award from the fans,” said Campbell. “I think they could have given it to any member of the team for that month, the whole squad has been contributing to some great results.

“So to be able to receive that support from the fans is just incredible. They create such a great environment for us to play our football, to go out and wear the red shirt. We’re playing for them, so to receive this recognition is special.”

Speaking about her comeback, Campbell detailed her pleasure at being able to contribute once again.

“It’s been so good to be back with the girls, playing regularly again. Now it’s about managing things correctly, keeping the loads right and we’ve got a plan in place for that,” said the No.28.

“When you’re injured you need to have such a strong group of people behind you and I had that, especially from my friends and family.

“There have been some dark roads to go down some weeks and some tough phone calls, but they know how much I love my football so they kept me going.”

And what about those long throws, which she insists have always come naturally to her game?

“We will work on them and on corners the day before a match,” added Campbell. “I’m actually not that happy with them since I’ve come back so I’m working on getting them a bit better!”

Campbell and the rest of the LFC Women squad return to action with a league fixture against Sunderland AFC Ladies at Prenton Park on Sunday (kick-off 2pm GMT).

Tickets are available from liverpoolfc.com/women-tickets.