Name: Eniola Aluko

Date of Birth: 21.02.87

Position: Striker

Club: St. Louis Athletica

England caps/goals: 36/6


Eniola was named Young Player of the Year at the Women's FA Awards in 2003 and since then has grown into a striker of huge promise.


Having come up through the ranks of the U19s and U21s, Eniola is now impressing at senior level. Her first appearance for the Senior team came at the age of 17 against Holland in 2004 with England winning 2-1.


One of the most exciting young players in the women's game, Eniola has great pace and technical ability and has grown in stature over the past six months, bringing an increased confidence and maturity to her game.


In September 2006 Eni was part of the side that travelled to Rennes to clinch a crucial point against France and secure qualification for the World Cup in 2007.