Dagný Brynjarsdóttir
Icelandic footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2017
Born
August 10th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Iceland
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An Icelandic footballer, played as a midfielder. Competed in the UEFA Women's Euro 2017 representing Iceland. Played club football for teams such as KR Reykjavík and FC Rosengård. Contributed to the national team in various international fixtures and tournaments.
Competed in UEFA Women's Euro 2017
Played for FC Rosengård
Played for KR Reykjavík
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