Sophie Irène Farafanirina (born 19 April 1992) is a Malagasy footballer who plays as a striker.

Early life

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Farafanirina started playing football at the age of 13.[1]

Club career

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Farafanirina played for Malagasy side AS Sabnam, helping the club win the league.[2] She then signed for French side AS Pierrots Vauban Strasbourg, becoming the first Malagasy female player to play abroad.

International career

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Farafanirina played for the Madagascar women's national football team.[3]

Style of play

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Farafanirina mainly operates as a striker and is known for her dribbling ability.[4]

References

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  1. ^ "Sophie Farafanirina - Kool Saina article".
  2. ^ "Sophie Farafanirina : La première footballeuse malgache". midi-madagasikara.mg.
  3. ^ "Sophie Farafanirina - AllAfrica article".
  4. ^ "Sophie Irène : Quand la persévérance paie". leactualite.mg.
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