Aston Villa defender Maz Pacheco sees being a role model as a "big responsibility" that she is more than happy to embrace.

The 23-year-old has spoken about breaking down barriers and says becoming the first British Asian woman to play at senior level for England is a major target for her.

Ormskirk-born Pacheco, whose mother is from the Philippines, has already represented England at various youth levels up to Under-21.

Last week she posted on Instagram an image of herself making the anti-racism gesture and the message: "New club, new start, same goal."

And – speaking prior to England players being booed while taking a knee in Thursday's World Cup qualifier in Hungary – Pacheco said: "We have to stand in solidarity with the players and with anyone in life that feels they have been racially abused, show them they are not alone and things are going to change, and there's stuff happening to help with that.

"For me it's just normal to be a part of that movement and hopefully inspire (people) to do the same."