French · Martinique, France · Born 20 July 1990French footballer and centre-back, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in women's football history with exceptional aerial ability.
Wendie Renard captained Lyon to an extraordinary run of Champions League titles, becoming the most decorated player in the competition's history, male or female, with the French club's dominance of European women's football through the 2010s built around her commanding presence at centre-back. She earned well over 100 caps for France and was renowned as one of the most complete defenders of her generation, equally adept at stopping attacks and scoring crucial goals from set pieces.
Most decorated player in women's football with over 30 major trophies
How They Played
Dominant aerial presence, exceptional leadership, solid defending and threat from set pieces
Lasting Impact
Revolutionized the centre-back position and established Lyon as the dominant force in women's football
Career Honours
- UEFA Women's Champions League x10 (Lyon)
- Division 1 Féminine x14
- France cap record
- FIFA Women's World Cup 2024
- Olympic Games Silver Medal 2024
- UEFA Women's Player of the Year 2019
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympique Lyonnais | 2007–2024 | — | — |
| CNFE Clairefontaine | 2006–2007 | 0 | 0 |
 France | — | 142 | 34 |
French Athletes