Mackenzie Arnold Age, Height, Partner & Biography

Mackenzie Arnold is a 32-year-old Australian footballer from the Gold Coast, Queensland, best known as the goalkeeper for the Matildas and Portland Thorns. Born Mackenzie Elizabeth Arnold on February 25, 1994, she became a national hero at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Quick Facts

Full Name	Mackenzie Elizabeth Arnold
Age	32 years old
Date of Birth	February 25, 1994
Birthplace	Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Nationality	Australian
Height	5 ft 10 in (1.79 m)
Partner	Kirsty Smith
Occupation	Footballer
Position	Goalkeeper
Current Club	Portland Thorns
Known For	Matildas goalkeeper, 2023 World Cup hero

Who Is Mackenzie Arnold?

Mackenzie Arnold is an Australian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Portland Thorns in the NWSL and the Australia women’s national team, the Matildas. She became a national hero at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, saving three penalties in the quarter-final shootout against France.

Mackenzie Arnold, whose full name is Mackenzie Elizabeth Arnold, has played in Australia, England and the United States. She has hearing loss in one ear and wears a hearing aid, and she has spoken openly about her experience.

Early Life & Background

Mackenzie Arnold was born Mackenzie Elizabeth Arnold on February 25, 1994, on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. She began playing football as a child and joined Perth Glory in the W-League as a teenager, later playing for Brisbane Roar and Western Sydney Wanderers.

She made her debut for Australia in 2012 at the age of 18 and played at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada. She has hearing loss in one ear, which she has spoken about publicly.

Career

Mackenzie Arnold joined West Ham United in 2020, spending four seasons in the Women’s Super League. She was named the club’s Player of the Season in 2023 and captained the side.

At the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup she was Australia’s first-choice goalkeeper. In the quarter-final against France she saved three penalties in the shootout and scored one herself, sending Australia to the semi-finals for the first time.

She joined Portland Thorns in the NWSL in 2024. She has represented Australia at three World Cups and three Olympic Games and has made more than 50 appearances for the Matildas.

Facts About Mackenzie Arnold

She was born on the Gold Coast, Queensland, and debuted for Australia at 18.
She saved three penalties in the 2023 World Cup quarter-final shootout against France.
She scored a penalty herself in that shootout.
She played for West Ham United before joining Portland Thorns in 2024.
She has hearing loss in one ear and wears a hearing aid.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Mackenzie Arnold?

Mackenzie Arnold is 32 years old. She was born on February 25, 1994, on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

How tall is Mackenzie Arnold?

Mackenzie Arnold is 5 ft 10 in (1.79 m) tall.

Who is Mackenzie Arnold’s partner?

Mackenzie Arnold’s partner is Kirsty Smith, a Scottish footballer.

What team does Mackenzie Arnold play for?

Mackenzie Arnold plays for Portland Thorns in the NWSL and for the Australia national team.

What did Mackenzie Arnold do at the 2023 World Cup?

At the 2023 World Cup Mackenzie Arnold saved three penalties in the quarter-final shootout against France and scored one herself, sending Australia to the semi-finals.

How old is Mackenzie Arnold?

Mackenzie Arnold is 32 years old. She was born on February 25, 1994, on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

How tall is Mackenzie Arnold?