Hirche signs for SC Braga until 2028

Defender seals Portuguese switch

Emilia Hirche has completed her move to SC Braga, penning a deal that runs until 2028. The 23-year-old defender brings the curtain down on an eight-year spell at Hamburger SV to embark on her first adventure abroad.

Bolz reunion in Braga

A key factor in the transfer is the presence of Marwin Bolz, who took charge of SC Braga last summer. Bolz previously coached Hirche at HSV, giving the young defender a familiar face as she adapts to life in Portugal.

Impressive HSV legacy

Hirche rose through the youth ranks at Hamburger SV and played a pivotal role in the club's promotion to the Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga. She racked up over 120 appearances for HSV in total, including 17 in the top flight last season - a solid platform for the next step in her career.

Eyes on European competition

The move opens the door to both domestic and continental challenges with SC Braga, as Soccerdonna reports. Hirche has made clear her ambition to keep developing at the highest level, and Portugal's top flight offers exactly that opportunity.

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