Durham Women can confirm that Emily Roberts has taken the decision to retire from football.
The forward joined the club in 2016 and became a key part of the first-team squad over the following years, contributing countless performances and goals to the cause.
Over her seven seasons in the North East, Roberts made 115 appearances and scored 26 times – making her Durham’s second-highest ever goalscorer.
Indeed, many of those goals were memorable strikes – including vital efforts in wins over Liverpool, Millwall and many more.
And now Roberts will turn her attention to her next chapter after calling time on her career.
Commenting on her decision to retire, she said: “After recently getting married, I’ve decided it was the right time to retire from football and move on to the next chapter of my life.
“I have really enjoyed my career and Durham has been a big part of that after spending the majority of my senior career at the club.
“The staff and girls made it a lovely environment and I feel I have played some of my best football playing for Durham.
“I would like to thank all the staff, players and fans for their support throughout my time there, and I wish the club all the best for the future. I will definitely be coming to watch.”
Lee Sanders added: “On behalf of all the staff and players at the club, I’d like to wish Emily all the best.
“She’s been a brilliant signing for the club over the years she’s been here, and now she’s decided the time is right for her to take a step back from football.
“She’s just been married and wants to concentrate on having a family and beginning a new chapter of her life away from football and we all respect that decision.
“She’s been a lovely person to have around the club for the last six years and delivered some memorable goals and occasions over that period of time.”
