With degree in the bag, Clancy sets sight on becoming Ireland's latest export

Limerick native Aoibheann Clancy chose to prioritise her degree at UCD before entering the market this summer to become Ireland’s latest export.

Aoibheann Clancy poses for a portrait. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Women’s football hasn’t developed to the stage whereby players can afford to leave academia behind.

Full-time football is attainable in the major countries around Europe but the salaries and career shelf-life is such that post-playing avenues are essential.