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Megan Campbell Sets Guinness World Record For Longest Throw-In By A Female Footballer

Thursday, 8 May 2025 15:34

By Martin Osborne

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Campbell, known for her powerful throw-ins throughout her career, was challenged to surpass the minimum qualifying distance of 35 metres (114 feet and 9 inches).

Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell has made history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest throw-in by a female footballer.

The remarkable feat took place on 30 April at the London City Lionesses training ground in Kent.

Campbell, known for her powerful throw-ins throughout her career, was challenged to surpass the minimum qualifying distance of 35 metres (114 feet and 9 inches).

She delivered an exceptional performance, launching the ball an impressive 37.55 metres (123 feet and 2 inches).

Her record-breaking throw has now been officially recognised by Guinness World Records.

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