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Angel City FC Signs Icelandic Forward Sveindís Jónsdóttir Through 2027

The 23-year-old international star will join the Los Angeles-based club after the European Championship this summer, bolstering their attacking lineup with proven European talent.

Sveindís Jónsdóttir of VfL Wolfsburg controls the ball during a UEFA Women’s Champions League Group B match against Slavia Praha on Dec. 16, 2022, in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by Martin Rose/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Sveindís Jónsdóttir, a standout forward for the Iceland women's national team, has signed a multi-year contract with Angel City FC, running through 2027.
  • The 23-year-old will occupy an international roster slot and is set to join the team after competing in the UEFA European Championship in July 2025.
  • Jónsdóttir has an impressive track record, including four seasons at VfL Wolfsburg, where she scored 22 goals and provided 16 assists in 93 matches.
  • Her career highlights include winning the Icelandic championship with Breiðablik in 2020, earning Player of the Year and Golden Boot honors, and a stint in Sweden with Kristianstads DFF.
  • Angel City FC Sporting Director Mark Parsons emphasized her dynamic attacking skills and potential to make an immediate impact while continuing to grow with the team.