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Zelem has also played for Liverpool and Juventus England midfielder Katie Zelem has signed for US side Angel City following her departure from Manchester United. Zelem joined United when they relaunched their women's team in 2018 and was club captain from the 2019-20 campaign and helped them to lift last season's FA Cup. She made 161 appearances in all competitions for the club and scored 32 goals, but left United when her contract expired in June. The 28-year-old said her move to the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) side on a two-year deal is an "exciting new challenge". "The opportunity to compete in the NWSL, one of the most competitive leagues in the world, is a huge step in my career, " she said. "I'm eager to test myself in a new league, against top players whilst contributing to the success of this ambitious club. " Zelem was part of the England team who finished as runners-up at the 2023 Women's World Cup, making two appearances for the Lionesses in Australia. Premier League 'ours to lose', says Man City's Walker The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football Sprinter set to be first transgender Paralympian How the US responds to conflicts Gain a rare insight into the workings of the White House's inner sanctum Can Lyra save the world from the mysterious Dust? Star-studded adaptation of Philip Pullman's fantasy trilogy Powerful biographical drama about Brian Wilson. Video Powerful biographical drama about Brian Wilson A music genius's struggles at the height of The Beach Boys' success To know a criminal's mind, get closer to murder A brilliant young doctor takes on mysterious cases in bohemian Vienna Remarkable images from the Paris Olympics Watch the BBC's Paris 2024 closing montage. Video Watch the BBC's Paris 2024 closing montage How did Team GB win their Olympic medals? Paris Olympics: The best stats from the 2024 Games Academy stars & signings - who are the youngsters to watch? Ten viral moments from the Paris Olympics The key moments in Newcastle's uncertain summer Paris 2024 medal table The key questions for sport after boxing eligibility row Denise Lewis' best moments on the BBC. Video Denise Lewis' best moments on the BBC The Hollywood Olympics: All you need to know about Los Angeles 2028 Kenya's Wanyonyi wins gold after dramatic finish in the 800m final. Video Kenya's Wanyonyi wins gold after dramatic finish in the 800m final Man City beat Man Utd on penalties to win Community Shield. Video Man City beat Man Utd on penalties to win Community Shield Prepare for 'Carsball' - what to expect from Carsley's England Snoop Dogg goes for a swim with Michael Phelps. Video Snoop Dogg goes for a swim with Michael Phelps An unwanted sale - so why have Man City let Alvarez leave? Oh no! Mexico's Vazquez Montana scores no points after 'disastrous dive' Video Oh no! Mexico's Vazquez Montana scores no points after 'disastrous dive' Who were Team GB's medal winners at Paris 2024? © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.