Céline Deville

French footballer and national team goalkeeper

Céline Deville - French footballer and national team goalkeeper
Born

January 24th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Played as a goalkeeper for the French national football team and club teams in France. Participated in multiple UEFA Women's Championships and the FIFA Women's World Cup. Helped achieve significant successes at the club level, contributing to the development of women's football in France.

Represented France in the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup

Competed in UEFA Women's Championship

Played for clubs such as Lyon and Montpellier

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