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Why England soccer star Chloe Kelly gets her own Barbie doll

  • Ahead of International Women's Day, Chloe Kelly, England forward and Arsenal player, was made into a Barbie doll wearing the England kit and filmed in a north London warehouse, celebrating her role-model status.
  • Barbie's Role Model initiative aims to champion women who 'brought their dreams to life' and Mattel has moved toward inclusive dolls, highlighting sports roles amid the Football Association's historical ban on women playing.
  • Kelly's on-field record shows she scored decisive goals in two major finals for the England women's national team and advocates for girls' grassroots soccer, building an engaged fanbase.
  • The doll amplifies representation by showing young girls they can both play football and play with dolls, while participation, stadium attendances, and commercial investment surge.
  • The doll joins Barbie's global Role Models line-up alongside athletes and artists as Arsenal build momentum after winning a European trophy heading into the Champions League pathway to Oslo.
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Why England soccer star Chloe Kelly gets her own Barbie doll

Known for her blistering pace and powerful shots, the soccer player is having a Barbie made in her likeness as the toymaker names her as role model of the year.

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The talent of the most influential footballers comes to the world of dolls with the creation of a miniature version of Chloe Kelly, the outstanding rame of Arsenal and the female selection of England, produced by the brand Barbie. This edition of collection highlights both the professional essence of the athlete and the specific details of her equipment. In this article, I will reveal to you the distinctive characteristics of this design and the…

Day of celebration. Chloe Kelly won a new trophy, that of the Barbie Dream Team, an event...

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