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Steph Houghton
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About Steph Houghton
Steph Houghton, born Stephanie Jayne Darby on 23 April 1988 in County Durham, England, is a British professional footballer. She captains Manchester City in the Women's Super League and has represented the England national team. Her career began at Sunderland, where she first played as a striker before shifting to midfield and later settling into defence. She moved to Leeds United in 2007 and then to Arsenal Ladies in 2010.
Houghton is married to Stephen Darby, a former Bradford City footballer, since 2018. At 38, she remains an athletic presence on the pitch, standing 5'8" with blonde hair and green eyes. Her experience across multiple positions and clubs has made her a respected leader in English women's football.
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Personal
- Birthplace
- County Durham, England, United Kingdom
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Green
- Weight
- 136 lbs (or 62 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How did Steph Houghton's playing position change over her career?
She started as a striker at Sunderland, then moved back into midfield, and later settled into defence, where she has played for Manchester City and England.
Which clubs did Steph Houghton play for before joining Manchester City?
She played for Sunderland, Leeds United (2007), and Arsenal Ladies (2010) before her time at Manchester City.
Is Steph Houghton married to a footballer?
Yes, she married Stephen Darby, a former Bradford City professional footballer, in 2018.
Did you know
- Her full birth name is Stephanie Jayne Darby, though she is known professionally as Steph Houghton.
- She played as a striker early in her career before transitioning to midfield and eventually defence.
- Her husband, Stephen Darby, is a former Bradford City footballer.
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