Lucy Bronze

Professional footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2022 champion

Lucy Bronze - Professional footballer, UEFA Women's Euro 2022 champion
Born

October 28th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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A professional footballer, noted for playing as a defender. Played for clubs including Liverpool, Birmingham City, and most prominently, Olympique Lyonnais. Represented England in international competitions, achieving significant recognition. Contributed to the team's success in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, securing the championship title.

Won UEFA Women's Euro 2022 with England

Played for Olympique Lyonnais

Named FIFA Best Women's Player in 2020

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