Ciara Grant profile
Name
Ciara Grant
Born
May 17, 1978
Position
Defender
Squad Number
7
Previous Club(s)
Benfica (Waterford)
Joined Arsenal
August 01, 1998
Yet another long-serving player of top quality, Ciara made a transformation from midfield into the backline five years ago.
She has been reliable and strong for the Gunners week in week out and started every Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup fixture in the 2009/10 season, before the Gunners’ extended pre-season prior to the new Women’s Super League.
She is also the current Republic of Ireland captain.
Q&A
Which player most inspired you and why?
No one player has inspired me, I have played with so many quality players at Arsenal Ladies over the years which is shown in the honours we have won.
Which coach most inspired you?
Vic Akers - he gave me this opportunity to come and play at Arsenal Ladies and win the trophies I’ve won with the best players and team in the country.
Best player you’ve played with?
Kelly Smith
Toughest opponent?
Lyon and Lotta Schelin, plus INAC Kobe (the Japanese champions)
What tip would you give a young player hoping to succeed?
Train hard, don’t ever give up, believe in your ability and always listen to your coach.
7. Ciara Grant - News
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Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Grant - I feel so proud to make history -
Tue, Aug 9, 2011
Miyaichi granted work permit to play for Club -
Mon, Aug 8, 2011
White - We won't take title for granted -
Tue, Jul 5, 2011
George Grant -
Wed, Jun 15, 2011
John Grant -
Wed, Apr 13, 2011
FREE VIDEO: Ciara Grant on the new WSL -
Wed, Mar 16, 2011
FREE VIDEO: Grant - We can rule Europe again -
Tue, Mar 8, 2011
Quickfire Q&A with Arsenal star Ciara Grant -
Fri, Jan 14, 2011
‘It would be churlish to get rid of Grant’ -
Mon, Jun 8, 2009
Cyril Grant
