West Ham United Women captain Katrina Gorry will leave the club upon the expiration of her contract this summer, bringing an end to a highly influential spell in East London.
The Australian international has made more than 50 appearances for the Hammers since joining the club in January 2024 and quickly established herself as one of the team’s most important players.
Gorry will play her final match for West Ham United during the Women’s Super League fixture against Manchester City on Saturday, May 16. Her departure marks another major change for West Ham Women ahead of a crucial summer both on and off the pitch.
Katrina Gorry’s Impact at West Ham United
Few players have made an impact as quickly as Katrina Gorry at West Ham United Women.
After arriving midway through the 2023/24 season, the experienced midfielder was appointed club captain ahead of her first full campaign in England. Her leadership immediately helped stabilize and improve the squad during an important transitional period for the club.
During the 2024/25 Women’s Super League season, Gorry played all 22 league matches, scored three goals and helped West Ham break several club records, including:
- Most points earned in a single WSL season
- Most home wins in a single WSL campaign
This season, Gorry made 18 appearances across competitions while also representing Australia at the Women’s Asia Cup 2026.
Speaking about her departure, Gorry said:
“It’s an emotional time to be leaving West Ham United but I know this is the right decision for me and my family. I’ve enjoyed so many incredible moments over the last two-and-a-half years, and captaining this team has been the greatest honour.”
What’s Next for Katrina Gorry?
Although Gorry has not yet confirmed her next destination, her experience and leadership make her one of the most attractive free agents available this summer.
The midfielder remains a key figure for the Australian national team and is expected to attract interest from clubs across Europe and the United States. A return home could also be in the cards as Gorry mentioned “this is the right decision for me and my family”.
West Ham United Prepare for World Sevens Football 2026
Following the conclusion of the Women’s Super League season, West Ham United Women will participate in the World Sevens Football 2026 London Edition.
The tournament takes place from May 28 until May 30 at the Gtech Community Stadium and features a total prize pool of $1.5 million.
West Ham have been placed in Group 2 alongside:
- Manchester United
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Aston Villa
The top two teams from the group will advance to the semi-finals, with the final taking place on Saturday, May 30. The competition presents another major opportunity for the Hammers to end the season positively before entering the summer transfer window.
West Ham Players Nominated for WSL Football Awards
West Ham United Women also have several players nominated at the upcoming WSL Football Awards ceremony on May 18.
The club received four nominations:
- Leila Wandeler — WSL Rising Star
- Shekiera Martinez — WSL Goal of the Season
- Oona Siren — WSL Goal of the Season
- Ffion Morgan — WSL Player Champion of Change
The nominations highlight several positive individual performances despite a challenging campaign overall.
What’s Next for West Ham United Women?
It has been a transitional season for West Ham United Women.
In December 2025, the club appointed Rita Guarino as head coach following the departure of Rehanne Skinner. Guarino signed a contract until 2027 and was tasked with rebuilding the squad and steering the club away from relegation trouble.
Although Guarino successfully guided West Ham away from the bottom of the table, a 10th-place finish remains below expectations for the club. The upcoming transfer window is therefore expected to be extremely important.
West Ham will likely look to strengthen multiple areas of the squad while continuing to build around promising young talents such as Leila Wandeler. Before attention fully turns to transfers and the W7F London Edition, the Hammers still have one final Women’s Super League match remaining at home against Manchester City.
FAQ
Why is Katrina Gorry leaving West Ham United?
Katrina Gorry decided to leave West Ham United following the expiration of her contract this summer and said “this is the right decision for me and my family”.
How many games did Katrina Gorry play for West Ham?
Gorry made more than 50 appearances for West Ham United Women after joining in January 2024.
Who is West Ham Women’s captain?
Katrina Gorry served as captain during her time at West Ham United Women.
What is the World Sevens Football 2026 tournament?
World Sevens Football 2026 is a new women’s football tournament featuring top clubs competing in London from May 28-30.
Who are West Ham playing in W7F 2026?
West Ham United are in Group 2 alongside Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa.
Source: West Ham United
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