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Potential stars in France

1 Griedge MBOCK BATHY

FRANCE

For years Wendie Renard has been the rock upon which Lyon’s success and French aspirations have been built. But now her central defensive partner is finally emerging from her shadow.

Born in Brest, where she started playing alongside her brother and other boys, the 24-year-old began her career with Guingamp before moving to Lyon, where she has won four domestic titles and is on course for a fourth European crown.

Such has been

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