Ada Hegerberg

Ada Hegerberg is a Norwegian professional footballer, born on July 10, 1995, in Molde, Norway. She is widely considered as one of the best female footballers of all time. Hegerberg started her professional career with Kolbotn before moving to Stabaek in 2011, where she won the Norwegian Cup. She then moved to Turbine Potsdam in Germany before settling in Lyon, France, where she has won numerous titles, including five consecutive UEFA Women's Champions League.

Hegerberg is known for her incredible speed, strength, goal-scoring ability, and versatility. She has won numerous individual awards, including the first-ever Women's Ballon d'Or in 2018, and holds multiple records, such as the all-time leading scorer in the UEFA Women's Champions League.

Off the field, Hegerberg is also recognized for her advocacy for gender equality in sports and influence, inspiring millions worldwide.

Kolbotn

• Youth and Early Career: Hegerberg was born and raised in Norway and started her career in Kolbotn, where she played from 2010 to 2011.

Stabaek

• Early Success: Hegerberg signed with Stabaek in 2011. She won the Norwegian Women's Cup in 2012 and was the league's top scorer in 2011 and 2012.

Turbine Potsdam

• International Career: In 2013, Hegerberg transferred to Turbine Potsdam in the Bundesliga, where she continued to develop her skills and gain international experience.

Olympique Lyonnais

• Record-breaking Career: In 2014, Hegerberg joined Olympique Lyonnais. During her time with the French club, she has won numerous titles, including five UEFA Women's Champions League trophies. She has also become the competition's all-time leading scorer.

Norway National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for Norway in 2011.

Achievements:

• UEFA Women's Championship: Runner-up in 2013.
• Despite her early success with the national team, Hegerberg decided to stop representing Norway in 2017 due to a dispute over how the women's team was treated compared to the men's team.

• Position: Primarily a forward, but also excels as an attacking midfielder.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, technical skills, and goal-scoring prowess. Hegerberg is celebrated for her versatility, powerful shots, and ability to read the game.

• Family: Hegerberg is the older sister of Andrine Hegerberg, who is also a professional footballer. She is married to Thomas Rogne, a professional footballer from Norway.
• Advocacy: Hegerberg is vocal about gender equality in sports and has taken a stand against the disparity between men's and women's football.

• Ada Hegerberg is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her courage and determination in advocating for gender equality in sports. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Goals in UEFA Women's Champions League:

• Over 50 goals

Most Goals in a Single Season for Olympique Lyonnais:

• Over 30 goals

First Women's Ballon d'Or Winner:

• Winner in 2018

Books

• Harder, S. (2020) Ada Hegerberg: The Best. London: Pitch Publishing.

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Ada Hegerberg’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• Olympique Lyonnais: Details about Hegerberg’s career at Olympique Lyonnais. Available at: https://www.ol.fr
• UEFA: Updates and records of Hegerberg in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Ada Hegerberg: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/48496971
• The Guardian: Ada Hegerberg’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/ada-hegerberg

Interviews and Documentaries

• Ada Hegerberg (2019): Directed by Olivier Dacourt. This documentary provides a detailed look at Hegerberg’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Ada Hegerberg, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com