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Julie Blakstad (born 27 August 2001) is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Hammarby IF and the Norway national team. [3] [4]
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Sporting the squad number 41, she’s bound to stand out on the teamsheet! Blakstad explains it is a figure that does hold significance, sparking memories of her early footballing days. “I am going to wear the number 41 shirt here,” she told mancity.com. “I had that number when I was a little girl at my first club in Norway. “When I came to Rosenborg...
Asked of her idols and inspirations, she recalled three legendary compatriots. “In terms of female football players, I really like Carolina Graham Hansen – the Norwegian international who plays for Barcelona,” she added. “But I also like to watch other athletes as well such as Jakob Ingebritsen and Karsten Warholm of Norway, who won the 1500m and 4...
If she had not pursued a career in football, Julie believes she may have taken an alternative, vertical path of climbing mountains! “I follow a lot of people on Instagram that do climbing and surfing and things like that and I really like it,” she explained. “I don’t think I could be an Influencer as I’m not sure how I would go about making an inco...
The 20-year-old says she loves being surrounded by nature – and has even purchased a heavy-duty sleeping bag for overnight stays outdoors! “When not playing or studying, I like to hang out with my friends,” she continued. “I really enjoy spending time in the mountains or outside enjoying nature really and to sleep outside! “I actually bought a new ...
Alongside her footballing exploits, Blakstad is studying a master’s degree in Engineering, which she began in Norway and will continue in Manchester. “I still go to school to study, and I have started my master’s degree in Engineering back in Norway,” she revealed. “So, I have spent a lot of time away from football doing that as well. “I will carry...
Julie’s love of the beautiful game derives from her father and she says her family have been key influences throughout her career. “My dad was always really interested in the game and I had a lot of friends who also played it and I just liked it as it was really fun,” she recalled. “It just felt like it was the right sport for me. “I have been luck...
She has a dog – a cocker called Little! “I have a dog back in Norway,” she smiled. “She is called Little and is a cocker. “I won’t be able to bring her over to Manchester with me though so my family will look after her back in Norway while I am playing here.”
Blakstad says her career highlight was winning a silver medal with Rosenborg. She scored 17 goals in 35 appearances for the club since joining them in 2020! She has also enjoyed success at international youth level before being handed her debut for the senior side against Wales in October 2020. “My career highlight would probably be winning the sil...
Affectionately nicknamed ‘Jules’ by one of the backroom staff – an Englishman – at Rosenborg, the youngster hopes the moniker will prove a good omen for her time in Manchester! “I didn’t have one originally but there was an Englishman who was on the staff at Rosenborg and he called me Jules,” she laughed. “Maybe that will stick with me here at City...
Julie says the best piece of advice she has ever received is: ‘To always trust yourself in whatever it is that you do’ and highlights the importance of having a work-life balance. “For me it’s also important to have friends who don’t play football,” she admitted. “That way, I can hang out with them and just talk about stuff other than football. “I ...
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Jan 20, 2024 · Julie Blakstad has completed a permanent move to Hammarby IF from Manchester City - subject to international clearance. Women's Team. Blakstad joins Hammarby. Her departure signals the end of the Norway international’s two years at the Joie Stadium following her arrival from Rosenborg in January 2022.
Jan 27, 2022 · Manchester City Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Norwegian international Julie Blakstad on a two-and-a-half-year deal.
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Jan 27, 2022 · Manchester City have recruited Norwegian midfielder Julie Blakstad, who can play in various positions, on a two-and-a-half-year deal. The 20-year-old, who scored 17 goals for Rosenborg, made her Norway debut in 2020.
Aug 27, 2001 · Explore the player profile of Manchester City midfielder Julie Blakstad. Discover her squad number, nationality and more on the Barclays WSL.
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Jan 27, 2022 · Manchester City have signed midfielder Julie Blakstad from Rosenborg for an undisclosed fee on Women's Super League Deadline Day. The Norwegian international has joined City on...
