Caroline Weir

Caroline Elspeth Lillias Weir (born 20 June 1995) is a Scottish footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or forward for Manchester City of the FA WSL, and the Scotland women's national team.

Club Career

Elgin Star

Weir began her footballing journey playing for local boys team, Elgin Star FC, in the Fife Football Development League at Pitreavie Playing Fields between 2003 and 2005. She played as a midfielder in the 7 a-side games, invariably scoring 2 to 3 goals each game & regularly receiving the player of the match award.

Hibernian

Weir started her career in the Hibernian Ladies youth system from the age of ten. In 2011, she won the SWFL First Division player of the year award for her performances in Hibs' reserve side while also making her first team debut in May against Glasgow City.

Arsenal

Weir joined FA WSL side Arsenal Ladies in July 2013 after leaving high school. Whilst at Arsenal, Weir won the 2014 FA Women's Cup.

Bristol Academy

On 9 July 2015, it was announced that Weir left Arsenal for FA WSL side Bristol Academy.

Liverpool

On 18 January 2016, it was announced that Weir had left relegated Bristol to sign for Liverpool. While at the Reds Weir won the 2016 Liverpool Ladies Player of the Year Award.

Manchester City

On 1 June 2018, Manchester City announced the signing of Weir. Weir won the Player of the Match award in the 2019 WSL Cup Final as Manchester City beat Arsenal 4–2 on penalties.

Weir scored the winner, a 25-yard strike, as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1–0 in the inaugural Manchester derby on 7 September 2019. The goal was subsequently nominated for the FIFA Puskas Award 2020.

On 31 January 2020, she signed a new contract with Manchester City until 2022.