Ellen Gibson

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Ellen Gibson
Personal information
Full name Ellen Linnea Christina Gibson
Date of birth (1996-04-28) 28 April 1996 (age 28)
Place of birth Stockholm, Sweden
Position(s) Midfielder
Team information
Current team
 Ottawa Rapid
Youth career
2004–2010 Hammarby IF
College career
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
2015–2016 Santa Clara Broncos
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
2011–2014 Hammarby IF 59 (2)
2017–2024 Hammarby IF 138 (3)
2025– Ottawa Rapid 0 (0)
International career
2011–2013 Sweden U17 17 (0)
2013–2014 Sweden U19 2 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 January 2025

Ellen Linnea Christina Gibson (born 28 April 1996) is a Swedish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Canadian club Ottawa Rapid.

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Early life

Gibson was born in Stockholm, Sweden. She developed an interest in football at an early age and joined the youth academy of Hammarby IF, where she trained as a midfielder.

Club career

Hammarby IF

A tifo dedicated to Gibson at her final game for Hammarby Hammarby vs. Barcelona 2.jpg
A tifo dedicated to Gibson at her final game for Hammarby

Gibson began her senior career with Hammarby IF in 2011, playing in the Elitettan, the second tier of Swedish women's football. She played for Hammarby until 2014 before moving to the United States to play for the Santa Clara Broncos in 2015. After finishing her college career, Gibson returned to Hammarby IF in 2017, where she became a pivotal figure in the midfield. [1]

During her time at Hammarby, Gibson established herself as a club icon, known for her consistent performances and leadership on the field. She played a key role in the team's success, including winning the Damallsvenskan in 2023 and the Svenska Cupen in 2022. [2] [3]

Her commitment to the club and her performances made her one of the most beloved players in Hammarby history, with fans seeing her as an embodiment of the team's spirit and identity. In a 2023 interview, Gibson reflected on her long association with the club, stating that "Bajen är en del av min identitet" ("Hammarby is part of my identity"). [4]

At the end of the 2024 season, Hammarby IF chose not to renew Gibson's contract. [1]

Ottawa Rapid

On 27 January 2025, Gibson signed with Canadian side Ottawa Rapid in the newly-launched Northern Super League. [5]

International career

Gibson has represented Sweden at various youth levels, including the U17 and U19 teams, and has been part of the national setup for several years. While she has not yet made a senior appearance for the Swedish women's national team, her performances at the club level have earned her recognition as one of Sweden's promising midfielders. [6]

Playing style

Gibson is known for her tactical awareness and ability to read the game. As a midfielder, she is skilled in distributing passes and controlling the tempo of the match. Gibson is also praised for her ability to recover possession and break up opposition attacks. [7] Her versatility has allowed her to play in various roles across the midfield, contributing both defensively and offensively. She is recognized for her strong work ethic and leadership qualities. [8]

Career statistics

As of 3 January 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season, and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueNational CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Hammarby IF 2011 Damallsvenskan10–0010
2012 Division 1 Norrettan1401100151
2013 Elitettan2411000251
2014 Elitettan2012000221
2017 Damallsvenskan1204000160
2018 Damallsvenskan804000120
2019 Elitettan2502000270
2020 Elitettan2315000281
2021 Damallsvenskan2104000250
2022 Damallsvenskan1915000241
2023 Damallsvenskan1813000211
2024 Damallsvenskan1202000140
Total1975331002306


    Honours

    Hammarby IF

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    1. 1 2 "Ellen Gibson lämnar Hammarby efter 24 år i klubben". Aftonbladet. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    2. ↑ "Hammarby wins Svenska Cupen". Aftonbladet. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    3. ↑ "Hammarby clinches Damallsvenskan title". SVT Sport. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    4. ↑ "Bajen är en del av min identitet". Expressen. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    5. ↑ "Sweden's Ellen Gibson joins the Rapid! 🩵 Ellen is known as a loyal and hardworking player who always puts the team first. She hopes to contribute to the team's success with her physical style of play, work ethic, strong passing and tactical understanding". Ottawa Rapid FC. 27 January 2025. Retrieved 27 January 2025.
    6. ↑ "Ellen Gibson stats". Svenska Fotbollförbundet. Retrieved 3 January 2025.[ failed verification ]
    7. ↑ "Ellen Gibson: Hammarby IF player profile". Hammarby IF. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    8. ↑ "Hammarby Fotboll: Squad Overview 2023". Hammarby IF. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    9. ↑ "Hammarby clinches Damallsvenskan title". SVT Sport. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
    10. ↑ "Hammarby wins Svenska Cupen". Aftonbladet. Retrieved 3 January 2025.
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