Dagný Brynjarsdóttir

Icelandic footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2017

Dagný Brynjarsdóttir - Athletes & Sports Figures born August 10th, 1991
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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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