Anna Brændstrup

Anna Carolina Brændstrup is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for Gil Vicente. Born in Denmark, she represents the Faroe Islands national team.

Early life

Brændstrup was born on 23 July 2005 in Denmark. Born to a Faroese mother and a Danish father, she is the granddaughter of Danish footballer Bent Erik Nielsen.

Club career

Brændstrup started her career with Danish side HB Køge, where she made four league appearances and scored zero goals. Following her stint there, she signed for Portuguese side Gil Vicente during the summer of 2025.

International career

Brændstrup is a Faroe Islands international. In 2025, she played for the Faroe Islands women's national football team for the 2025 UEFA Women's Nations League.

Style of play

Brændstrup plays as a midfielder. Danish news website wrote in 2021 that she "is an offensive player with technical skills. She is described as a dedicated and goal-oriented player who is hardworking".