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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