María Björg Ágústsdóttir (born 1 December 1982) is an Icelandic former footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Early life

María attended Harvard University in the United States.

Club career

Before the 2004 season, María signed for Icelandic side KR, helping the club win the 2008 Icelandic Women's Football League Cup. Before the 2009 season, she signed for Icelandic side Valur, where she was regarded as one of the club's most important players. In 2011, she signed for Swedish side KIF Örebro, where she suffered a knee injury. In 2012, she retired from professional football. She previously took a temporary break from professional football from 2006 to 2007.

International career

María played for the Iceland women's national football team and helped the team achieve qualification to UEFA Women's Euro 2009.

Style of play

María is known for her ball distribution ability.

Personal life

María has been nicknamed "Maja".

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