During her interview with BBC Radio WM, Ms Clark was surprised when her hero, who saved two penalties to help England retain their Euro 2025 crown in Basel last month, entered the studio.
Goalkeeper Hampton said: “I’m right around the corner, so I thought I couldn’t not [meet her] – there’s so many things we had to put up with growing up with visual impairments – and my whole story is to go out and try and inspire people.”
The Lioness said their condition did not make them different from other football players.
Speaking directly to Ms Clark, she added: “To hear your story was just incredible.
“I’m glad you’ve not stopped playing football and not let people put you off.
“Just keep that dream alive – and you did that by representing your country – not many people can say they’ve done that; it’s an incredible achievement in itself.”
“Hearing your story, it made me angry – we’re no different from anyone else. We’re human beings; we have feelings, and if it makes you happy, you have to keep going.”
Ms Clark posted on her Facebook after the interview.
She said: “A massive thank you to Guide Dogs UK and BBC Radio WM for this amazing opportunity to speak about my journey as a football player, and a huge thank you to Hannah Hampton for coming to surprise me during the interview; it’s something I never thought would or could happen.”
