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Football: Danelle Tan, 18, becomes first female Singaporean to play in a European league

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Danelle Tan in her club's kit after making her debut on Sunday.

Danelle Tan in her club's kit after making her debut on Sunday.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF DANELLE TAN

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SINGAPORE – Danelle Tan is only 18 but the teenager has already notched several milestones as she continues to blaze a trail in the sport.

On Sunday, the attacking midfielder became the first female Singaporean to play in a European football league when she came on as a half-time substitute for London Bees in their 2-1 defeat by Plymouth Argyle.

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