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Magdalena "Magda" Lilly Eriksson (also Ericsson; born 8 September 1993) is a Swedish professional footballer who plays for Frauen-Bundesliga side Bayern Munich. Primarily a centre-back, she can also play as a left-back. She represented Sweden at international level, and earned 123 caps between 2014 and 2025.

Key Information

At the beginning of her professional career, Eriksson played for the Stockholm clubs Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF until she moved to Linköpings FC in 2013, where she won two cup titles and the league title in 2016 during her five years at the club.

In 2017, Eriksson moved to England and signed for Chelsea in the Women's Super League (WSL). There, she established herself as one of the best central defenders in Europe and was named team captain in 2019. With Chelsea, she won five WSL titles, and also reached the final of the UEFA Women's Champions League in the 2020–21 season. In 2020, she was named Swedish Footballer of the Year.

Eriksson, like her fiancée Pernille Harder, is also known for her LGBTQ+ advocacy and LGBTQ+ rights in sport.[5][6]

Club career

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Eriksson began her football career with local team Enskede IK, but was encouraged by her father to join Hammarby IF to improve her game. Aged 17, she broke into Hammarby's first team in the 2011 Damallsvenskan season and made her debut against Umeå IK.[7]

In November 2011, Eriksson left relegated Hammarby for their Stockholm rivals Djurgårdens IF.[8] After scoring one goal in 19 appearances in the 2012 Damallsvenskan, she left Djurgården, who were facing relegation, and joined Linköpings FC.[9]

In July 2017, after almost five years with Linköpings FC, Eriksson signed a two-year contract with Women's Super League team Chelsea Ladies.[10][11] In August 2018, she extended her contract until 2021,[12] and eventually became the team's captain in 2019.[13] She extended her contract once again in November 2020, this time until 2023.[14] On 9 December 2020, Eriksson made her 100th appearance for Chelsea in a 5–0 Champions League win over Benfica.[15]

Her performances over the years, especially following Chelsea's WSL title-winning 2020–21 season, have seen Eriksson hailed as one of the best defenders in Europe.[16] After six years with Chelsea, for whom she made over 180 appearances and won over 10 trophies, Eriksson left the club at the end of the 2022–23 season along with her partner Pernille Harder.[17]

On 1 June 2023, Eriksson and Harder were unveiled as a new players of Frauen-Bundesliga club Bayern Munich, signing three-year contracts.[18][19] In December's Champions League clash against Ajax, she suffered a broken metatarsal in her left foot, which required surgery.[20] She returned to the team three months later, in March 2024, coming on as a second-half substitute during a 5–0 victory over RB Leipzig.[21] At the end of the season she won her first Championship with Bayern. Eriksson's 2024/25 season with FC Bayern was very successful: the team won the double for the first time with the German championship and the DFB Cup and also won the newly created World Sevens Football small-field tournament. On 19th December, she extended her contract till 30. June 2028.[22]

International career

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As a Swedish under-19 international, Eriksson was part of the victorious squad at the 2012 U-19 European Championship.[23] In November 2013, national team coach Pia Sundhage called her to a senior squad training camp at Bosön.[24] Eriksson made her debut for the senior Sweden team in a 3–0 friendly defeat by France in Amiens on 8 February 2014. She was part of the Swedish squad that won silver at the 2016 Summer Olympics.[25] Eriksson has since represented Sweden at every major tournament, namely UEFA Women's Euro 2017, 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup,[26] 2020 Summer Olympics,[27] UEFA Women's Euro 2022,[28] 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup,[29] and UEFA Women's Euro 2025. At the 2020 Olympics, she won the silver medal after Sweden lost to Canada in the final on penalties.[30] In November 2025 she announced her retirement from the national team. In her statement, she explained that this was not a decision she had taken lightly, but it was one she had to make, as she was now prioritizing her body and health after some injury problems.[31][32]

Personal life

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Eriksson's mother is of Finnish descent.[33] She is openly lesbian and, since 2014, has been in a relationship with Danish international Pernille Harder.[34][35][36] In July 2024, they announced their engagement after over a decade together.[37]

Eriksson and Harder work with the charity Common Goal and pledged 1% of their salaries to help tackle social issues throughout football. The couple also both push for equality and LGBTQ+ rights in sport.[38]

During her upbringing, she assumed her last name was spelled with a C because that was how her father spelled it. When she was 17 and looked in her passport she realised it was actually spelled with a K. As such, her last name is often misspelled as "Ericsson" rather than the correct "Eriksson".[39]

Eriksson has a bachelor's degree in political science and took a course in feminist theory and intersectional power analysis.[40]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 30 August 2025[4][41]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season Leagues National cup[a] League cup[b] Continental[c] Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Hammarby IF 2011 Damallsvenskan 19 0 2 0 — — — 21 0
Djurgårdens IF 2012 Damallsvenskan 19 1 2 0 — — — 21 1
Linköpings FC 2013 Damallsvenskan 19 2 5 0 — — — 24 2
2014 16 0 4 0 — — — 20 0
2015 22 1 5 0 — 6 1 1[d] 0 34 2
2016 21 2 5 2 — — 1[d] 0 27 4
2017 10 0 0 0 — — — 10 0
Total 88 5 19 2 0 0 6 1 2 0 115 8
Chelsea 2017–18 Women's Super League 15 2 5 0 3 0 8 0 — 31 2
2018–19 19 2 4 0 5 0 7 0 — 35 2
2019–20 14 1 2 0 7 2 — — 23 3
2020–21 20 1 4 0 5 1 6 0 1[e] 0 36 2
2021–22 16 1 2 1 0 0 6 0 — 24 2
2022–23 20 1 5 0 2 0 9 0 — 36 1
Total 104 8 22 1 22 3 36 0 1 0 185 12
Bayern Munich 2023–24 Frauen-Bundesliga 13 4 3 0 — 4 1 — 20 5
2024–25 11 1 4 0 — 4 2 1[f] 0 20 3
2025–26 0 0 0 0 — 0 0 1 1 1 1
Total 24 5 7 0 0 0 8 3 2 1 41 9
Career total 254 19 52 3 22 3 50 4 5 1 383 30

International

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Scores and results list Sweden's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Eriksson goal.
List of international goals scored by Magdalena Eriksson
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 26 January 2016 Prioritet Serneke Arena, Gothenburg, Sweden  Scotland

2–0

6–0

Friendly
2 21 October 2016 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Iran

2–0

7–0

Friendly
3

4–0

4

7–0

5 30 August 2018 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Ukraine

2–0

3–0

2019 FIFA World Cup qualification
6 4 October 2019 Diósgyőri Stadion, Miskolc, Hungary  Hungary

1–0

5–0

UEFA Euro 2022 qualifying
7 17 September 2020 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Hungary

4–0

8–0

UEFA Euro 2022 qualifying
8 22 October 2020 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Latvia

4–0

7–0

UEFA Euro 2022 qualifying
9 30 July 2021 Saitama Stadium 2002, Saitama, Japan  Japan

1–0

3–1

2020 Olympics
10 21 September 2021 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Georgia

2–0

4–0

2023 FIFA World Cup qualification
11 22 September 2023 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Spain

1–0

2–3

2023–24 UEFA Nations League
12 27 October 2023 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Switzerland

1–0

1–0

2023–24 UEFA Nations League
13 4 June 2024 Friends Arena, Stockholm, Sweden  Republic of Ireland

1–0

1–0

UEFA Euro 2025 qualifying League A
14 8 April 2025 Gamla Ullevi, Gothenburg, Sweden  Wales

1–0

1–1

2025 UEFA Nations League

Honours

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Linköpings FC

Chelsea

Bayern Munich

Sweden U19

Sweden

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Magdalena Eriksson (born 8 September 1993) is a Swedish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for FC Bayern Munich in the Frauen-Bundesliga. She has represented the Sweden women's national team in major international tournaments, including the Olympic Games where Sweden secured silver medals in 2016 and 2021. Eriksson began her senior career in Sweden before moving to Linköpings FC and then joining Chelsea in 2017, where she became club captain and contributed to five titles and four FA Cups. In 2023, she transferred to Bayern Munich, continuing her defensive role in top-tier European women's football. Her international achievements with also include a at the , highlighting her leadership and consistency as a defender.

Early career

Youth development and debut

Magdalena Eriksson was born on 8 September 1993 in Stockholm, Sweden. Her early interest in football developed in the Swedish capital, where she began playing as a child, reflecting a common pathway for young athletes in the country's active youth sports culture. Eriksson's organized football career started with Enskede IK, a local suburban club in southern Stockholm known for nurturing youth talent. At around age 10 to 12, she progressed through grassroots levels, honing basic skills in a competitive local environment before seeking advanced development opportunities. In 2009, at age 16, she transferred to the youth academy of Djurgårdens IF, a top-tier Swedish club, marking her entry into structured elite training. In 2011, Eriksson made her senior debut for in the , 's premier women's league, primarily featuring as a defender with limited minutes due to her ongoing youth status and team . These early appearances provided exposure to professional-level competition, laying the foundation for her positional expertise in central defense and versatility across the backline.

Early professional stints in Sweden

Eriksson joined Linköpings FC in early 2013, marking a significant step in her professional development after brief stints at and . There, she quickly established herself as a reliable defender, primarily at center-back but also capable at left-back owing to her left-footed technique, which facilitated overlaps and precise deliveries into the box. Her defensive positioning and aerial prowess contributed to the team's backline stability, though she managed occasional injuries that tested her resilience early on. During her four-and-a-half-year tenure through mid-2017, Eriksson helped Linköpings secure two consecutive titles in the 2013–14 and 2014–15 seasons, followed by the championship in 2016—her first league honor. These successes highlighted her growing influence, as she featured regularly in competitive matches, often anchoring the defense in high-stakes fixtures. In league play alone, Eriksson logged substantial minutes, including 10 starts and 899 minutes in the 2017 season with 2 assists, while her overall contributions across competitions included several goals, typically from headers on corners and free kicks. Her role emphasized clean-sheet preservation and transitional play, building a foundation that drew interest from abroad by 2017.

Club career

Chelsea F.C. (2017–2023)

Eriksson signed with Chelsea F.C. Women from Linköpings FC in July 2017, marking her entry into English women's football ahead of the 2017–18 season. She made an immediate impact by scoring on her debut against London Bees in the FA Women's League Cup on August 20, 2017. During her tenure, she established herself as a reliable central defender, contributing to the team's defensive organization and occasionally advancing forward to score, including a notable overhead kick goal in a 1–0 Women's Super League (WSL) victory over Liverpool on October 28, 2018. Under Eriksson's leadership, Chelsea secured four WSL titles in the seasons 2017–18, 2019–20, 2020–21, and 2022–23, along with four Women's FA Cups. The team also reached the final in the 2020–21 campaign, where they fell 4–0 to . Eriksson amassed 184 appearances and 12 goals for the club, with her final goal coming in a 2–0 win over Manchester United on May 21, 2023, which helped clinch the 2022–23 WSL title. Appointed vice-captain early in her time at the club, Eriksson was named full on September 6, 2019, succeeding and partnering with as vice-captain. She led the side through periods of dominance in domestic competitions, emphasizing tactical discipline and team cohesion from the backline. In December 2021, an ankle injury sustained during a Champions League match against sidelined her for several months, though she returned to contribute to subsequent successes. Her defensive contributions were marked by strong aerial duels and interceptions, underpinning Chelsea's status as a powerhouse in women's football during this era.

FC Bayern Munich (2023–present)

In June 2023, Eriksson joined on a free transfer from Chelsea, signing a three-year contract until 2026 alongside her partner , with the move motivated by a desire for fresh challenges in the after six successful years in . She quickly established herself as a regular starter in central defense, contributing to Bayern's defensive solidity in her debut season. During the 2023–24 campaign, Eriksson played a pivotal role in Bayern's undefeated title win, featuring in key matches including group stage encounters such as the 2–1 victory over Ajax on December 14, 2023, where she suffered a broken metatarsal in her left foot, requiring and sidelining her for several weeks. Bayern finished the league with 19 wins and three draws, conceding only eight goals across 22 matches. She recovered to aid the team's continental push, though Bayern exited in the quarter-finals. In the 2024–25 season, Eriksson continued as a defensive anchor, helping Bayern secure a third consecutive title while adapting to the league's tactical demands, which she described as reinvigorating her career. Her experience proved vital in high-stakes Champions League ties, including preparations for quarter-final clashes where she emphasized the need for Bayern to elevate their European performance. However, in October 2025, a precautionary injury assessment led to her withdrawal from international duty, allowing focus on club recovery and maintaining Bayern's depth amid a demanding schedule.

International career

Youth international career

Eriksson earned her first call-up to the Sweden under-15 national team in at the age of 14, captaining the side in her debut match and demonstrating early qualities as a defender. She progressed through the youth ranks, representing at under-17 and under-19 levels from 2009 onward, where her defensive organization played a key role in team performances during campaigns. By 2011–2012, Eriksson had established herself in the under-19 squad, captaining matches and contributing to Sweden's successful qualification for the in . Her defensive contributions, including interceptions and positional awareness, were instrumental in Sweden's tournament run, culminating in a 1–0 victory over in the final on July 15, 2012, securing the team's first title at that level. This achievement highlighted her growth as a leader in youth international football, paving the way for senior consideration.

Senior career and captaincy

Eriksson made her senior debut for the Sweden national team on 8 2014, in a 3–0 friendly defeat in . She quickly established herself as a regular defender, contributing to Sweden's defensive solidity in subsequent competitions. By , she was part of the squad that secured a at the Rio Olympics, reaching the final but losing 2–1 to after extra time. Her aerial presence and positioning were key in the tournament's knockout stages. In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), Eriksson helped Sweden claim bronze, defeating the 3–0 in the third-place match following a semifinal loss to . She featured prominently in the backline, logging significant minutes across the group and knockout phases. At the , Eriksson played a vital role in Sweden's third-place finish, including starts in the group stage and round of 16 victory over . Sweden's run ended in the semifinals with a 1–0 loss to , but Eriksson's contributions underscored her reliability in high-pressure defenses. Eriksson's leadership grew post-2020, with occasional captaincy duties, particularly in matches against rivals when regular captain was unavailable. In the , she captained during their penalty shootout win over the in the round of 16 and subsequent 2–1 quarterfinal victory against , converting a penalty in the former. reached the semifinals, losing 2–1 to , securing third place overall. At , she started in the semifinal defeat to (4–0), where Sweden's defense struggled against rapid transitions. A notable captaincy moment came at , where Eriksson led as captain in their group stage opener against on 4 July 2025, marking her partner despite personal ties. won 1–0 via Filippa Angeldahl's goal, with Eriksson's defensive marking neutralizing Harder's threat. This clash highlighted her professional resolve, prioritizing national duty. Eriksson has scored crucial penalties in knockouts, including against the in 2023, bolstering Sweden's resilience in shootouts. Her international career, exceeding 120 caps by 2025, reflects consistent involvement in 's medal-contending campaigns.

Personal life and advocacy

Relationship with Pernille Harder

Magdalena Eriksson and began their relationship in the late while both were playing professionally in , with Harder joining Linköpings FC in 2017 where Eriksson served as a defender. Their partnership became publicly known following a kiss shared during the in , which garnered widespread media attention and positioned them as one of women's football's most visible same-sex couples. The couple announced their engagement on July 21, 2024, via , marking a significant milestone after nearly a decade together. Despite their prominence, Eriksson and Harder have emphasized maintaining privacy amid public scrutiny, focusing on their shared professional lives after both transferred to in 2023. Professional rivalry intersected with their personal bond during the opening match on July 4, 2025, in , where Eriksson, captaining , directly marked Harder, Denmark's forward and captain, in a 2-1 Swedish victory. In 2019, Eriksson and Harder jointly pledged 1% of their salaries to Common Goal, a charity initiative using football to address social issues, including support for LGBTQ+ youth in sports, reflecting their collaborative approach to off-field efforts while prioritizing discretion in personal matters.

Views on social and human rights issues

Eriksson has publicly advocated for greater LGBTQ+ visibility in football, emphasizing the importance of athletes speaking out on to promote acceptance beyond regions where such are normalized. In a , she argued that footballers have a platform to address global inequalities, stating, "There are countries where are just and we need to spread the message that should be accepted everywhere," while rejecting criticisms that athletes should avoid "big issues." She has described displays like armbands or stadium illuminations not as political statements but as fundamental assertions, criticizing UEFA's decision to ban rainbow lights during matches as undervaluing lives in oppressive contexts. Regarding international events in countries with restrictive laws, Eriksson expressed reluctance to visit for the , citing its criminalization of under Sharia-influenced statutes punishable by imprisonment or fines. In November 2021, she stated as an openly athlete, "As a gay woman I'd never want to go to ," urging fellow players to voice concerns on rather than remain silent, while acknowledging not all might share her view but expecting leaders to engage. This stance aligned with her broader position that sports cannot be detached from host nations' records on personal freedoms, countering arguments for "sports purity" by asserting that ignoring oppression enables it. Through her commitment to Common Goal since 2019, Eriksson has pledged one percent of her salary to initiatives using football for , including and equality programs in underserved communities. She has framed this involvement as integrating athletics with advocacy, maintaining that players must confront violations to effect real progress, despite detractors who advocate separating sports from under the "stick to sports" mantra—a view she has dismissed as shortsighted given athletes' influence. Her efforts have contributed to raised awareness without documented professional repercussions, as evidenced by her continued captaincy and transfers to top clubs post-statements.

Controversies

Response to Emma Hayes' comments on intra-team relationships

In March 2024, Chelsea manager stated during a that romantic relationships between players on the same team were "inappropriate" due to the additional management challenges they pose, such as handling scenarios where one partner is selected for the team while the other is not or differences in contract status. She distinguished these from staff-player relationships, which she described as an abuse of power and equally inappropriate, amid broader discussions on safeguarding in women's football following an investigation into a coach-player relationship at another club. The following day, after a Chelsea match, Hayes retracted the use of "inappropriate" specifically for player-player ties, admitting she had "let myself down" with the wording, which generated misleading headlines, and affirmed support for players' consensual relationships provided they maintain professionalism. Magdalena Eriksson, Hayes' former captain at Chelsea who had been in a public relationship with teammate Pernille Harder, responded publicly in early April 2024 to Swedish media, expressing shock at the original comments and viewing them as outdated. She argued that equating player-player relationships to coach-player dynamics was invalid, stating, "It’s completely different things," and emphasized that such ties among consenting adults do not inherently undermine team performance if handled professionally. Drawing from her Chelsea experience, Eriksson noted, "When Pernille and I played together - there was no problem. We had a good dialogue with each other," and highlighted observing multiple teams manage similar situations effectively through individual attitudes and professionalism rather than blanket prohibitions. The exchange underscored ongoing debates in women's football about balancing personal freedoms with professional boundaries as the sport matures, with Hayes focusing on operational complexities in squad selection and Eriksson prioritizing empirical evidence from her career that consensual intra-team partnerships can coexist with high performance without disruption. Despite the public friction, Eriksson affirmed no personal issues with Hayes, suggesting the remarks were amplified beyond intent.

Positions on athlete activism and sports politics

In July 2021, Eriksson authored an rejecting the argument that footballers should avoid discussing politics or social issues, stating that separating sports from such matters ignores the platform athletes hold to address ongoing abuses. She contended that claims of sports apolitical purity fail to account for the inherent visibility of professional athletes, which can amplify awareness of oppressed rights without necessitating boycotts, and vowed continued engagement as long as injustices persist. This position extended to her reservations about the 2022 men's World Cup in , where she expressed personal unease as a gay woman unwilling to visit a nation criminalizing , while encouraging broader footballer outspokenness on labor exploitation and LGBTQ+ violations rather than immediate calls for collective boycott. In September 2022, amid discussions of potential boycotts, she suggested alternatives like attending matches to support ethical viewing, emphasizing speech over abstention to maintain pressure without forfeiting the event's global reach. Critics of such activism, including voices prioritizing sports' unifying role, argue it diverts attention from athletic merit and risks fan alienation by injecting divisive ideologies into competitions meant for escapist unity. Eriksson's defense of the Swedish team's Black Lives Matter knee-taking before their September 2020 match against , despite domestic and international backlash labeling it performative or irrelevant to football, exemplifies this tension; she affirmed the action's repetition, claiming athlete visibility fosters tangible awareness, though verifiable data on net positive impacts—like shifts in or from women's football protests—remains anecdotal rather than quantified. Proponents of apolitical counter that such gestures can erode broad appeal, potentially harming viewership and funding in a merit-driven field where empirical fan surveys post-activism events often reveal polarized reactions without clear causal uplift in advocacy outcomes. No documented professional setbacks have arisen from Eriksson's stances, as her club and international roles persisted amid these debates, underscoring a tolerance in women's football for that contrasts with stricter expectations in men's variants.

Career statistics and records

Club statistics

Magdalena Eriksson began her senior club career with in the Swedish Damallsvenskan, recording 19 league appearances and 1 goal during the 2012 season. She transferred to Linköpings FC in 2013, where she accumulated 110 appearances and 8 goals across all competitions over four and a half seasons, contributing to consistent top-table finishes in the . Joining in July 2017, Eriksson made 170 appearances and scored 12 goals in all competitions by her departure in June 2023, with 104 of those in matches yielding 8 goals; her defensive contributions included 82 tackles and 103 interceptions in league play. Since moving to Bayern Munich in July 2023, she has recorded 45 appearances and 6 goals across competitions as of October 2025, including 28 league outings with notable defensive metrics such as 14 tackles and 30 interceptions in the .
ClubYears ActiveTotal AppearancesTotal Goals
2012191
Linköpings FC2013–20171108
2017–202317012
Bayern Munich2023–present456
Career Total34427

International statistics

Eriksson debuted for the senior national team on 8 February 2014 in a friendly match against . By October 2025, she had accumulated 120 caps and scored 14 goals, primarily from set-piece situations as a central defender. Her international goals began with the first against on 26 January 2016. In major tournaments, Eriksson featured in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup (6 appearances, 0 goals) and the 2023 edition (7 appearances, 0 goals). She participated in UEFA Women's Euro 2017, Euro 2022 (reaching the quarter-finals), and Euro 2025, where she started in group stage matches against Poland on 8 July and Germany on 12 July but missed the opener against Denmark due to selection. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021), she contributed to Sweden's silver medal campaign with multiple starts in defense. Eriksson appeared in 5 UEFA Women's Nations League matches, scoring 1 goal, before withdrawing from the 2025 semi-final against as a precaution for a minor injury. The remainder of her caps came from qualifiers and friendlies, where her defensive contributions included high clean sheet involvement in competitive fixtures, though exact percentages vary by source due to differing tracking methodologies. Youth international data is sparse, but Eriksson captained Sweden's U15 in her debut match and helped the U19 side win the 2012 ; no comprehensive cap or goal tallies are publicly detailed.
CompetitionAppearancesGoals
130
UEFA Women's ~15 (across 2017, 2022, 2025)0
Olympics60
51
Other (qualifiers, friendlies)~8113

Individual accolades and honours

Eriksson earned the Diamantbollen, Sweden's award for the top female footballer of the year, in 2020, recognizing her leadership and defensive contributions at club and international levels. She was selected to the (PFA) Women's Super League Team of the Year for the 2020–21 season, voted by peers for her consistent performances as Chelsea's captain and central defender. Eriksson served as captain of from the start of the 2019–20 season until her departure in 2023, leading the team to multiple domestic titles during her tenure. She has also captained the women's national team in select matches, including Nations League fixtures in 2025. Despite her longevity and impact in a defensive role, Eriksson has not received nominations for high-profile individual awards like the , a pattern observed among centre-backs where attacking contributions often overshadow defensive excellence in voting criteria. Club honours
Linköpings FC Chelsea FC Women
  • Women's Super League: 2017–18, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23 (5 titles)
  • FA Women's Cup: 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022 (4 titles)
  • FA Women's League Cup: 2020, 2021 (2 titles)
  • FA Women's Community Shield: 2020 (1 title)
Bayern Munich Frauen
  • Frauen-Bundesliga: 2023–24, 2024–25 (2 titles)
International honours (with Sweden)
  • Olympic silver medal: 2016, 2020
  • FIFA Women's World Cup third place: 2019

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