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Emily Westwood

b. 1984

English footballer (born 1984)

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Born 1984. Emily Westwood is a British association football player.

Emily Elizabeth Westwood (born 5 April 1984) is an English football player. She is an attacking midfielder for England women and Birmingham City Ladies, but has filled in as an emergency defender when needed. She has represented her country at U-16, U-19 and U-21 levels, as well as gaining full international honours, including appearances at the UEFA Women's Championships in 2005 and 2009.

In May 2009, Westwood was one of the first 17 female players to be given central contracts by The Football Association.

Club career In December 2010, Westwood was revealed to have signed for Birmingham City Ladies' FA WSL squad. With Birmingham she finished as runner-up in the 2011 and 2012 FA WSL seasons and won the 2011–12 FA Women's Cup. She also featured in two UEFA Women's Champions League campaigns. In January 2016 she extended her contract with the club.

International career Westwood made her senior debut for England in a 4–1 home friendly win over Italy in February 2005.

Westwood has England legacy number 159. The FA announced their legacy numbers scheme to honour the 50th anniversary of England’s inaugural international.

International goals Scores and results list England's goal tally first. Date Venue Opponent Result Competition Scored 1 28 September 2008 Ďolíček, Prague 5–1 UEFA Euro 2009 Qual. 1 2 11 February 2009 Larnaca 4–1 Friendly 1 3 10 March 2009 Larnaca 3–0 Cyprus Cup 1 4 25 October 2009 Bloomfield Road, Blackpool 8–0 2011 FIFA World Cup Qual. 1

Honours FA Women's Cup: 2 2009–10, 2011–12 FA Women's Premier League Cup: 1 2007–08

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Emily Westwood?

English footballer (born 1984)

When was Emily Westwood born?

Emily Westwood was born on 5 April 1984 in Dudley.

What is Emily Westwood's occupation?

Emily Westwood is an association football player.

What nationality is Emily Westwood?

Emily Westwood is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Emily Westwood

· Wikidata: Q5372418

· DBpedia: Emily Westwood (footballer)

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