Megan Campbell, the Republic of Ireland international, has made headlines by breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest throw-in by a female footballer. The London City Lionesses player achieved a remarkable distance of 37.55 meters, surpassing the previous record by over two meters and even exceeding the length of a blue whale by 10 meters.

Campbell, who has over 50 caps for the Republic of Ireland, expressed her joy and pride in this achievement. "It's an amazing achievement for me personally to have that now, as the first ever," she told Guinness World Records. She also emphasized the importance of setting goals and having the right mindset to achieve them, stating, "If you have a goal and you have a mindset to want to go out and achieve that, then it's possible."

The record-breaking throw took place at her London City Lionesses training ground in Kent, where she successfully threw past a mannequin placed 35 meters away. "To get the opportunity to be able to have a certificate to say I can throw the ball really far is quite cool. I'm honored," Campbell added.

In addition to her record-breaking throw, Campbell has had a stellar career, representing top clubs like Manchester City, Liverpool, and Everton. She recently helped her current team, London City Lionesses, win promotion to become the first fully independent women's club to play in the Women's Super League, the top division in England Women's football.

Campbell also reflected on the growth of female football, stating, "I think female football at the moment is on the rise. It's an upwards trajectory and I don't think there's a ceiling." She highlighted the dramatic changes in the game from her childhood to the present day.

In a post on social media, she celebrated her achievement with the caption: "A @GWR holder.... Crazy".

This record not only showcases Campbell's exceptional talent but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring female footballers worldwide. Campbell hopes that her record will encourage others to push their limits and achieve their own goals.