Shania Hayles

Shania Hayles (born 22 December 1999) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Nottingham Forest in the . Born in England, she represents Jamaica internationally.

Club career

Aston Villa Hayles returned to Aston Villa in July 2019 from Birmingham City having started her youth career at the club.

Hayles scored two goals against Bristol City on 9 December 2020, her first goals in the top flight of English football.

Bristol City During her time at Bristol City, Hayles scored 11 goals in a total of 37 appearances.

Newcastle United

On 3 July 2024, Hayles signed for newly promoted Women's Championship club Newcastle United.

On 22 September 2024, in the second game of the 2024–25 season, Hayles provided a goal and an assist for Newcastle's first ever Championship win in a 2–0 result over Sheffield United. A month later, she scored her first professional hat trick, from a penalty, in a 3–3 draw against Charlton Athletic.

In June 2026, Hayles departed Newcastle upon the expiration of her contract.

International career

Having represented England at under-19 level in 2018, Hayles also qualifies for Jamaica through her grandparents making her international debut against Nigeria on 10 June 2021.

Career statistics Club

International

Scores and results list Jamaica's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Hayles goal.

Honours Bristol City FA Women's Championship: 2022–23

Aston Villa FA Women's Championship: 2019–20

Individual

Bristol City Women's Golden Boot Award: 2022–23 Bristol City Women's PFA Community Champion Award: 2023–24