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16-Year-Old Goalkeeper Abbie Smith Joins Manchester City!

3/5/2025

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Abbie Smith, a talented 16-year-old goalkeeper from Lisburn, Northern Ireland, has secured a two-year scholarship with Manchester City in the Women's Super League. Calling it a "once in a lifetime" chance, she is eager to make her mark and inspire more young women to pursue their dreams in football.

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Abbie Smith, a talented 16-year-old goalkeeper from Lisburn, Northern Ireland, has secured a two-year scholarship with Manchester City in the Women's Super League. Calling it a "once in a lifetime" chance, she is eager to make her mark and inspire more young women to pursue their dreams in football.