Jen Beattie’s soccer career has come to an end, as the Bay FC defender and 18-year global soccer veteran announced she will be hanging up her cleats for good

Bay FC defender Jen Beattie on Tuesday announced her retirement after an 18-year career. The 33-year-old made the decision public after one season with the NWSL expansion side.

The former defender "found it a pressure and a privilege" to provide for the next generation of women footballers

Bay FC center back Jen Beattie will retire from professional soccer after playing one season in the NWSL. The Glasgow, Scotland, native appeared in 11 games for Bay FC, eight of them NWSL contests. In November,

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Jen Beattie is bringing an end to her playing career after almost 19 years; she played for teams including Celtic, Arsenal and Man City, finishing at Bay FC; she also racked up over 100 caps for Scotland;

Former Manchester City defender Jen Beattie has called time on her incredible career in professional football.

Former Scotland defender Jen Beattie has announced her retirement after a successful 16-year career. The 33-year-old ends her time at United States club Bay FC having previously spent nine years at Arsenal across two spells, making 166 appearances.