Beth Mead

English footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Champion

Beth Mead - English footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Champion
Born

May 9th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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A professional footballer, this individual plays as a forward and represents the England national team. Renowned for scoring goals and creating opportunities, she played a significant role in the success of club sides, including Arsenal. Achievements include winning the FA Women's Super League and the FA Women's Cup. Additionally, this footballer contributed to the England team's triumph in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where they secured the championship title on home soil.

Won UEFA Women's Euro 2022 with England

Scored goals in FA Women's Super League

Secured FA Women's Cup with Arsenal

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