Anaïg Butel

Annaïg Charlotte Thérese Butel (born 15 February 1992) is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender for FC Fleury 91 in the Première Ligue. She has formerly played for National Women's Soccer League club Washington Spirit and Paris FC.

Club career She previously played for French club Paris FC.

On 6 July 2023, National Women's Soccer League club Washington Spirit signed Butel until the end of 2024. She made her club debut on 4 August, substituting late against the Orlando Pride in the Challenge Cup group stage. The following year, Butel established herself as the primary center back partner of Tara McKeown as the Spirit finished the season in second place.

At the end of 2024, Butel's contract with the Spirit expired, rendering her a free agent. In January 2025, she returned to the Première Ligue and signed with FC Fleury 91.

International career She has starred for several youth women's international teams for France. In 2010, Butel played for the under-19 team that won the 2010 UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship.

Personal life Butel is the younger sister of fellow footballer Gwenaëlle Butel.

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