French · Martinique, France · Born 20 July 1990French footballer and centre-back, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in women's football history with exceptional aerial ability.
Olympique Lyonnais and France captain — the most dominant defender in women's club football history, winning ten consecutive UEFA Women's Champions League titles with Lyon and captaining France at multiple major tournaments. Football at the highest level demands technical mastery, physical conditioning and mental fortitude across a long and relentless season. Career highlights included UEFA Women's Champions League x10 (Lyon), Division 1 Féminine x14, France cap record. The measure of a great football athlete is the ability to perform consistently over time, and Wendie's record demonstrates precisely that quality of sustained excellence. The longevity and quality of Wendie's achievements place them among the most respected figures in the modern history of football. Wendie Renard's achievements in football were built on a foundation of technical discipline and physical preparation that allowed performance to be maintained at the very top of the sport across multiple competitive seasons.
Most decorated player in women's football with over 30 major trophies
How They Played
Dominant aerial presence, exceptional leadership, solid defending and threat from set pieces
Lasting Impact
Revolutionized the centre-back position and established Lyon as the dominant force in women's football
Career Honours
- UEFA Women's Champions League x10 (Lyon)
- Division 1 Féminine x14
- France cap record
- FIFA Women's World Cup 2024
- Olympic Games Silver Medal 2024
- UEFA Women's Player of the Year 2019
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympique Lyonnais | 2007–2024 | — | — |
| CNFE Clairefontaine | 2006–2007 | 0 | 0 |
 France | — | 142 | 34 |
French Athletes