Lauren Hemp

English footballer and Women's Super League star

Lauren Hemp - English footballer and Women's Super League star
Born

August 7th, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played for Manchester City in the Women's Super League. Achieved success with the England national team, competing in major tournaments such as the UEFA Women's Euro 2022. Demonstrated exceptional skill as a winger, contributing significantly to both club and national team successes.

Won the FA Women's Cup with Manchester City

Represented England in UEFA Women's Euro 2022

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