1. Katie Leigh Zelem was born on 20 January 1996 and is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for National Women's Soccer League club Angel City and the England women's national team.
20 Facts About Katie Zelem
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Katie Zelem has represented England from U15 to U23 levels, scoring 14 goals in total, prior to making her senior debut in 2021, after previously training with the squad in 2020.
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On 11 April 2014, Katie Zelem suffered a broken collarbone, while on international duty for England under-19, and missed the start of the 2014 FA WSL season.
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Katie Zelem scored two headers, both assisted by Lucy Bronze.
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On 12 October 2014, Katie Zelem was an unused substitute in Liverpool's win against Bristol City, as they retained the FA WSL title after a dramatic final day of the season.
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In November 2014, Katie Zelem was nominated by The FA for the WSL Development Player of the Year, alongside Carla Humphrey and Natasha Baptiste.
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Liverpool coach Matt Beard praised Katie Zelem, likening her to Frank Lampard and stating she has great career in the future.
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In November 2015, Katie Zelem penned a new contract with Liverpool.
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Katie Zelem was voted FA Women's Championship Player of the Month for March 2019.
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At the time of her departure, Katie Zelem was the third-highest goalscorer for United and had made the second-most appearances for the club behind Ella Toone.
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Katie Zelem made her youth debut for England for the under-15s when she played against Netherlands in March 2010.
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In February 2014, Katie Zelem was named in the England under-19 squad for the 2014 La Manga Tournament in March.
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In July 2015, Katie Zelem was named in the England under-19 squad for the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship in Israel.
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Katie Zelem was named as part of England's 28-player preliminary squad for UEFA Women's Euro 2022, but did not make the final squad.
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Katie Zelem began her career as a winger, developing this under the Italian style while playing for Juventus to fit more into a central role when returning to Manchester.
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Katie Zelem is described as an attacking midfielder with two good feet, who can pick a pass out and finish as well.
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Katie Zelem was educated at The Blue Coat School, Oldham.
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Katie Zelem greatly admired Fara Williams, who became her role model in developing the game as a midfielder.
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Katie Zelem considered herself fortunate that she can learn and play alongside a hard-working figure like Williams.
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On 12 July 2023, Katie Zelem was elected to the PFA Players' Board, taking over from Manchester City's Steph Houghton, who stepped down.