In this episode of Footballers Unfiltered with Joe Hart, Christiane Endler joins Joe for an open conversation about goalkeeping, inequality, and the responsibility that comes with visibility in football.

Since starting this podcast Joe has spoken to players in almost every position across the pitch, but this time, the focus turns to life between the posts. A fellow goalkeeper, Endler reflects on the mentality required to play the position, the pressure of being the last line of defence, and why goalkeepers are often described as a “different breed”.

Born and raised in Santiago, Endler grew up in an environment where women’s football was not seen as a career. She describes playing mostly with boys and navigating limited opportunities, only later realising that professional football existed beyond Chile. That turning point came when the country hosted the Under-20 Women’s World Cup, opening a pathway from South America to Europe.

Endler’s club career has taken her through England, Spain and France, including success with Paris Saint-Germain and Lyon. A three-time selection to the FIFPRO Women’s World 11, she reflects on the importance of being recognised by her fellow players.

Off the pitch, Endler was among 150 players who signed a collective letter to FIFA ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, calling for improved conditions and protections. She explains why unity mattered, and how players standing together helped drive change.

Joe is also joined by Karin Sendel, FIFPRO board member and still an active player. Karin offers a global union perspective on the professionalisation of women’s football and why representation matters as “you can’t be what you can’t see”. 

Together, Joe, Christiane and Karin explore leadership, solidarity, and how visibility can shape the future of the game.

Together they discuss:

• What makes goalkeepers a “different breed”

• Growing up in Chile and breaking barriers in women’s football

• The pathway from South America to Europe

• Recognition through the FIFPRO Women’s World 11

• Why player unity helped improve Women’s World Cup conditions

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This is a podcast made by Message Heard for FIFPRO.

Host: Joe Hart

Guests: Christiane Endler; Karin Sendel (FIFPRO Board Member)

Producer: Mark Kendrick

Production Coordinator: Kirsty McLean

Videographer: Sam Hockley

Editor: Nani Wenani

Sound Editor: Lizzy Andrews