Natasha Anasi facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Natasha Moraa Anasi | ||
| Date of birth | 2 October 1991 | ||
| Place of birth | Irving, Texas, United States | ||
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Defender, midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
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Current team
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Valur | ||
| Number | 3 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Martin High School | |||
| College career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2010–2013 | Duke Blue Devils | 97 | (4) |
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2014–2016 | ÍBV | 44 | (6) |
| 2017–2021 | Keflavík | 72 | (34) |
| 2022 | Breiðablik | 18 | (3) |
| 2023–2024 | Brann | 12 | (0) |
| 2024– | Valur | 11 | (0) |
| International career‡ | |||
| 2012 | United States U23 | ||
| 2020– | Iceland | 8 | (1) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 January 2025 ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 27 January 2025 |
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Natasha Moraa Anasi-Erlingsson (born October 2, 1991) is a professional football player. She plays as a defender for Valur, a team in Iceland's top women's league, the Besta deild kvenna.
Natasha grew up in the United States. She played college football for the Duke Blue Devils. In 2014, she moved to Iceland. There, she joined the Úrvalsdeild kvenna club ÍBV. Later, in 2017, she moved to another Icelandic club, Keflavík ÍF. Natasha became an Icelandic citizen in December 2019. She then played her first international game for the Iceland national team in March 2020.
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About Natasha Anasi's Early Life
Natasha Anasi was born on October 2, 1991. Her birthplace was Irving, Texas, in the United States. Her parents are John and Jane Anasi. She has two brothers, Andre and Kevin, and a younger sister named Stephanie. Natasha's family background is from Kenya.
Natasha Anasi's College Football Career
From 2010 to 2013, Natasha played college football. She was part of the Duke Blue Devils team. During her four years, she played in 97 games. She also scored 4 goals for her team. In 2011, she was recognized as the best defensive player in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Natasha Anasi's Club Football Journey
Natasha joined ÍBV in 2014. She played with this team for three seasons. In 2016, she helped ÍBV reach the final of the Icelandic Cup. However, her team lost to Breiðablik in that game.
In 2017, Natasha moved to Keflavík. For most of her career, she played as a defender. But after joining Keflavík, she started playing more as a midfielder.
In November 2021, Natasha signed with Breiðablik. This club also plays in the Úrvalsdeild league.
In October 2022, Natasha signed with Brann. She officially joined the team on January 1, 2023. She missed most of the 2023 season. This was because of an injury to her achilles tendon.
In July 2024, Natasha returned to Iceland. She signed with Valur, where she plays now.
Natasha Anasi's International Football Career
Natasha trained with the United States U-18 team in the spring of 2010. She also trained with the United States U-23 team in the springs of 2012 and 2013. In 2013, she traveled with the U-23 team to Spain. There, they played in the Four Nations Tournament.
In 2019, Natasha became an Icelandic citizen. In February 2020, she was chosen for the Icelandic national team for the first time. On March 4, 2020, Natasha played her first senior game for Iceland. It was a friendly match against Northern Ireland, which Iceland won 1–0.
On February 20, 2022, she scored her first goal for Iceland. This happened in Iceland's 2–1 victory against the Czech Republic. Her first time starting a game for Iceland was on July 12, 2024. Iceland won that game 3-0 against Germany.
Natasha was called up to the Iceland squad for the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament.
Natasha Anasi's Personal Life
Natasha Anasi is married to Rúnar Ingi Erlingsson. He is a basketball coach from Iceland.
Natasha Anasi's Career Statistics
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 20 February 2022 | Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, United States |  Czech Republic |
1–0 | 2–1 | 2022 SheBelieves Cup |
