Her football made her famous not her makeup - Alisha Lehmann's mum responds to critics of Juventus star dubbed 'world's sexiest' footballer
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Her football made her famous not her makeup - Alisha Lehmann's mum responds to critics of Juventus star dubbed 'world's sexiest' footballer

David Ben 15:17 - 20.05.2025

Lehmann’s mother has fiercely defended the Juventus star, insisting her daughter’s fame does not stem from filtered selfies.

Alisha Lehmann has recently been the subject of criticism suggesting her fame is more attributable to her glamorous social media presence than her footballing prowess. 

Lehmann, who has played for clubs including West Ham and Aston Villa, currently boasts over 16 million followers on Instagram and nearly 12 million on TikTok.

And despite her status as the world’s most followed female footballer, her mother emphasizes that her daughter's recognition stems from her consistent performances on the pitch.

Juventus star Alisha Lehmann || Imago

Sarah Guggisberg, took to Instagram to defend her daughter, stating as reported by Daily Mail:

"She became famous for her footballing achievements, not her makeup.

Alisha Lehmann and her mother Sarah Guggisberg
Alisha Lehmann and her mother Sarah Guggisberg | Facebook

"She wears makeup, right? She's been playing in the top flight for years. It's not like she just wears makeup. You don't know her at all and you don't know what a wonderful person she is." 

Alisha Lehmann and her mother Sarah Guggisberg
Alisha Lehmann and her mother Sarah Guggisberg | Instagram

I don’t care – Lehmann’s response to critics

Alisha Lehmann
Alisha Lehmann in action for Juventus Women || Imago

Guggisberg’s comments comes after her daughter Lehmann spoke out on Small Talk, a YouTube show by Juventus, and gave fans a raw, unfiltered look into how she handles the constant online backlash about her appearance.

When asked about the backlash surrounding her glamorous style on the pitch, the Juventus star said:

Alisha Lehmann is a global superstar in her own right. || Instagram

‘No I don’t care. You know I always think, if I do something and my mom tells me it’s not good, then I don’t do it. But as long as she doesn’t tell me it’s not good, then it’s fine.’

Lehmann added: ‘People always hate that I wear make up when I play, but I don’t know what’s the problem because I don’t hurt anybody.

‘And I’m a girly girl. I can also play without [makeup], but it’s becoming like my thing. And sometimes now, I enjoy when they’re angry. Because I feel like, now I even put more lipstick on because of you saying that you didn’t like it. So now it’s your fault.’

On-field contributions amidst scrutiny

Alisha Lehmann in action for Juventus || Imago

Since joining Juventus in the summer of 2024, Lehmann has made 21 appearances, scoring two goals, and played a role in the team's Serie A title win—their sixth in eight seasons. 

Despite these contributions,  the Swiss international, widely considered the 'world’s sexiest footballer’ has faced criticism for her limited playing time and perceived overemphasis during title celebrations.

Lehmann's international career has also seen recent challenges.

Alisha Lehmann in action for Switzerland || Credit: Imago

 She was omitted from Switzerland's squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures against France and Norway, raising concerns about her participation in the upcoming European Championship hosted in her home country. 

National team coach Pia Sundhage acknowledged that while Lehmann's injury has impacted her selection, there remains a pathway for her return to the squad.

Beyond football, Lehmann has secured significant endorsements with brands like Adidas, EA Sports, and Prime, and has been appointed as the head of her own team in the newly established Baller League.

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