Safia Middleton-Patel breaks new ground for Wales and South Asian footballers at Euro 2025

Goalkeeper hopes to 'inspire younger generation' following landmark appearance against France

Jul 10, 2025

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Safia Middleton-Patel sings the Welsh national anthem before her historic appearance against France. Credit: Eurasia Sport Images via Getty Images

Wales have been rewriting the history books during Euro 2025, and goalkeeper Safia Middleton-Patel is no exception. The 20-year-old is believed to have become the first woman of South Asian heritage to play in…

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