Alex Greenwood's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Alex Greenwood.

Alex Greenwood is an accomplished English professional footballer, currently captaining both Manchester City in the Women's Super League and the England national team. A versatile left-sided defender, she excels as both a centre-back and left-back. Her career includes stints at Everton, Notts County, and Liverpool, followed by a successful period at Olympique Lyonnais, where she secured Division 1 and Champions League titles. Greenwood also captained Manchester United, leading them to a Championship victory in their inaugural season. Renowned for her tackling, positional awareness, and passing ability, she is a set-piece specialist, frequently taking penalties, free kicks, and corners due to her left-footedness.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2012: Plays for England U-19

In 2012, Greenwood played for England's under-19 team at the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship in Turkey and she was named FA Young Player of the Year at The Football Association Women's Football Awards.

2012: Young Player of the Year

In 2012, Greenwood was named the Young Player of the Year.

2015: FIFA Women's World Cup

At the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, Greenwood shared England's left-back duties with Claire Rafferty and won a bronze medal.

2019: SheBelieves Cup and World Cup Selection

In 2019, Greenwood was part of the England team that won the SheBelieves Cup and was selected for England's World Cup squad.

September 2022: Plaque Installed in Bootle

In September 2022, a plaque honouring Greenwood was installed at Northfield Sports Association in Bootle as part of the "Where Greatness Is Made" campaign.

October 2022: Mural Created in Bootle

In October 2022, a mural by artist John Culshaw was created at 320 Stanley Road in Bootle to commemorate Greenwood's part in Euro 2022.

2022: UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Winner

Greenwood was a member of the England squad that won UEFA Women's Euro 2022.

October 2023: Awarded Honorary Freedom of the Borough of Sefton

On 19 October 2023, Greenwood was awarded the Honorary Freedom of the Borough of Sefton, the highest award the Council can bestow.

April 2025: Return From Injury

On 27 April 2025, Greenwood returned to the pitch after a four-month absence, coming on as a substitute during Manchester City's 1–0 league win against Leicester City.

July 2025: 100th England Appearance and Euro Win

In July 2025, Greenwood made her 100th appearance for England during their first match of the tournament. On 27 July 2025, Greenwood scored a penalty to help England to victory over Spain and to win their second consecutive European title.