Wales' Hughes leaves promoted Crystal Palace
Wales forward Elise Hughes leaves Crystal Palace, a little more than a month after helping them return to the Women's Super League.
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"After four years, two promotions, one league trophy and some of the best moments of my career, it's time to say goodbye."
— Elise Hughes , Athlete
"After four years, two promotions, one league trophy and some of the best moments of my career, it's time to say goodbye."
— Elise Hughes , Athlete
"After four years, two promotions, one league trophy and some of the best moments of my career, it's time to say goodbye."
— Elise Hughes , Athlete
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Wales forward Elise Hughes leaves Crystal Palace, a little more than a month after helping them return to the Women's Super League.
Elise Hughes, a Wales forward, has departed Crystal Palace just over a month after aiding their return to the Women's Super League. She announced her departure on social media while preparing for a World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic in Cardiff.
Elise Hughes, a Wales forward, has left Crystal Palace, a little more than a month after helping them return to the Women's Super League. The 25-year-old announced her departure on social media as she helped Wales prepare for Tuesday night's crucial World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic in Cardiff.
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