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Club Legend Emma Byrne Leaves Arsenal

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06:36 30 Dec 2016


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Emma Byrne's medal bag will be overflowing as she leaves Arsenal after an incredible sixteen year career with the North Londoners.

The club confirmed today that the Republic of Ireland international goalkeeper is leaving the Gunners having come to the end of her contract.

"Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Emma for her commitment and contribution to the club, and to wish her the very best for her future," read the club's statement today.

Byrne, who signed for Arsenal from St Patrick's Athletic, helped the club to winning an eye-popping 11 league titles, 10 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, and 1 Uefa Women’s Cup.

The Arsenal Ladies won a treble in her debut season in 2000/01, and among other triumphs, she played a key part in the Ladies’ 2006/07 quadruple-winning campaign.

As well as her team achievements, the 37-year-old was named the Players' Player of the Year in 2003 and 2005

The Leixlip native has won also won 125 international caps along the way and in 2012 was crowned the FAI International Player of the Year.


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