Vivianne Miedema

Dutch football player, Arsenal FC star

Vivianne Miedema - Dutch football player, Arsenal FC star
Born

July 15th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional football player specializing in forward play, gained prominence playing for the Netherlands national team and club Arsenal. Achieved significant success with the national team, including winning the UEFA Women's Euro in 2017. Played in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup and became the tournament's top scorer with the national team. Known for sharp finishing, exceptional vision, and strategic play on the field.

Won UEFA Women's Euro 2017 with Netherlands

Became top scorer in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup

Played for Arsenal FC in Women's Super League

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