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Once the most feared women’s football outfit in the world, now a side in the midst of transitional confusion.
Despite being four-time World Champions, the US Women’s National Team have shown that they too are not immune to periods of uncertainty.
Following a below-average exit in the Round of 16

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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 29: Alex Morgan #13 of Team United States looks on during the first half of a game at Snapdragon Stadium on October 29, 2023 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

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Is Alex Morgan a fit for the future of USWNT?

When the 2023 NWSL season draws to a close later this year, Megan Rapinoe, at 38 years of age, will hang up her football boots for the final time.
The London 2012 Olympic gold medallist and two-time World Cup champion announced Saturday (8 July) in a post on social media

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EAST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT - JULY 05: Megan Rapinoe #15 of the United States greets the fans during the Send Off ceremony following the Send Off series match against Mexico at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on July 05, 2021 in East Hartford, Connecticut. The United States defeated Mexico 4-0. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

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World football star Alex Morgan is known for inspiring change on and off the field.
If she’s not leading her club or country to victory, she’s pushing and campaigning for women’s rights and equality in sports.
Morgan is no stranger to making her voice heard and, alongside her USWNT teammates,

LYON, FRANCE - JULY 07:  Alex Morgan of the USA celebrates with the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy and the Silver Boot Award following her team's victory in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup France Final match between The United States of America and The Netherlands at Stade de Lyon on July 07, 2019 in Lyon, France. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

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USWNT star Alex Morgan launches new foundation in San Diego

The world of American soccer has woken up to Angel City's newest prospect.
18 year-old Alyssa Thompson's rapid rise to the top suggests she has the most promising career ahead of her.
From securing CONCACAF gold with the US under-20's and earning her first USWNT cap at just 17 to

PLAYA VISTA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 12: Angel City Football Club President Julie Uhrman and first overall draft pick Alyssa Thompson pose with a jersey during the Angel City Football Club 2023 NWSL Draft Party at Nike LA on January 12, 2023 in Playa Vista, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

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National Women's Soccer League: Is Angel City’s Alyssa Thompson the future of USWNT?

Sue Bird has been synonymous with the Seattle Storm, helping the team to four WNBA titles since being picked number one overall in the 2002 draft.
"I am so, so, so proud to be a member of the Seattle Storm. It has been my honour to play for this franchise,

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 06: Sue Bird #10 of the Seattle Storm reacts after losing to the Las Vegas Aces 97-92 in her final game of her career during Game Four of the 2022 WNBA Playoffs semifinals at Climate Pledge Arena on September 06, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Sue Bird acknowledges the Seattle crowd after her final WNBA game for the Storm

Basketball star Sue Bird ends stellar career: Titles, records and stats of five-time Olympic gold medallist 

From USA's Megan Rapinoe to Brazil's Malcom - enjoy watching the best football goals at Tokyo 2020!

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Best Goals at Tokyo 2020

Football is one of 33 sports that will take place at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 in 2021.
But which teams will be involved? who are the ones to watch? When will competition take place, and where will it be held? Ever wanted to know about the sport’s Olympic history?

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Tears of joy as Brazil beat Germany to football gold

Olympic football at Tokyo 2020: Top things to know following the draw

Gender equality is a top priority in the modern Olympic Movement.
Indeed, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) states that "sport is one of the most powerful platforms for promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls".
The 2018 Buenos Aires Youth Olympic Games broke new ground by being the first

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Moments paving the way for gender equality in sport

Sportswomen have often needed to speak up to effect change in their careers.
With men still enjoying more excellent coverage and financial rewards, women continue to use their voices on and off the field of play to amplify their achievements on it.
Outdated attitudes remain rife in sport, with female

UNSPECIFIED - MAY 16: In this screengrab, Megan Rapinoe speaks during Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020 on May 16, 2020. (Photo by Getty Images/Getty Images for EIF & XQ)

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Women's football continues to grow in popularity around the world, with FIFA announcing an expansion of the Women's World Cup to 32 teams from the next edition in 2023, and an increase in prize money.
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT), two-time defending Women's World Cup champions, unsurprisingly produce

Alex Morgan at 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup

The top 11 women's football players to follow on social media

A look at the greatest female football players in the Olympics through the 21st century.

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Female football stars of the Olympics

The slogan of the FIFA Women's World Cup was "Dare To Shine", and that challenge was grasped with both hands.
To the victors the spoils, and it was the United States who retained the title to claim their fourth World Cup in the eight competitions since its inception in 1991.

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What we learned from the FIFA Women's World Cup

"Are you ready to win a World Cup?"
Those were the words from head coach Phil Neville to his players after England’s convincing 3-0 win against Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
It didn't quite happen this time, as a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to the

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From Lily Parr to Lucy Bronze: the evolution of England's Lionesses

From cheeky backheels to long-range belters - Neymar, Carlos Tevez and Kanu pull off the finest goals to have graced the Olympic stage.

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Football Fireworks: Top 10 Olympic Goals

Have a look at the best goals from both the women's and men's competition at London 2012.

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Best goals of London 2012

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2024 marks a new era for the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) as Emma Hayes prepares to step in to take the reins as head coach with a new generation of players on the pitch.
All eyes will be watching the Americans in the Olympic year as they attempt

Sophia Smith celebrates with teammates after scoring her team's first goal during the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

USWNT 2023 FIFA World Cup celebration

Introducing the new era of the United States Women’s National Soccer Team hoping to capture Paris 2024 gold

Carmelo Anthony, Megan Rapinoe, Peter Sagan, Tessa Worley... some, or all, of these names probably mean something to you, since they are a part of the big Olympic athletes family.
They now have something else in common: these champions have decided to bow out of their sports in 2023.
Here's

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Olympic summer athletes who retired in 2023

The National Women’s Soccer League crowned a new Championship winner at the end of the 2023 season.
NJ/NY Gotham FC overcame OL Reign 2-1 on Saturday (11 November) to take the title just 12 months on from finishing bottom of the table.
A lengthy off-season awaits, as attention soon turns

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NWSL 2023: Five things we learned from the season

"You don't always get to have the perfect ending."
So said Megan Rapinoe whose contribution to the 2023 NWSL Final on Saturday (11 November) was restricted to three minutes due to a suspected torn Achilles sustained.
Without her, OL Reign went down 2-1 to NJ/NY Gotham FC for whom Ali

Megan Rapinoe limped off just three minutes into the 2023 NWSL Final as her OL Reign went down 2-1 to Gotham FC

NWSL Final 2023: Megan Rapinoe limps off early in final game as her OL Reign go down 2-1 to Gotham FC

Two legendary pillars of the women’s soccer community are set to hang up their boots for good with the conclusion of the NWSL 2023 season on Saturday 11 November.
Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger have officially called time on their playing careers – but they have one final game to

Ali Krieger (l) and Megan Rapinoe are hoping to end their career with the NWSL title 

Megan Rapinoe v Ali Krieger: Which veteran will end their glittering career with the NWSL Championship?

Just two remain in the hunt for football’s ultimate prize in the NWSL: NJ/NY Gotham and OL Reign.
The pair have emerged atop of the play-offs and will now battle it out for the NWSL Championship on Saturday 11 November.
For Gotham, it is the first time ever that they

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 20: Megan Rapinoe #15 of OL Reign celebrates a goal by Veronica Latsko #24 during the second half against the Angel City FC at Lumen Field on October 20, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Megan Rapinoe is hoping to end her stellar soccer career in style 

NWSL Championship Final 2023 preview: Can Megan Rapinoe lead OL Reign to the title over first-time finalists NJ/NY Gotham?

The NWSL Championship has narrowed down to just four of the leagues's top teams, all vying for one of the most coveted prizes in women's club football.
NWSL Shield winners San Diego Wave automatically qualified for the semi-final round and will take on OL Reign who beat Angel City 1-0

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 29: Members of the Portland Thorns FC lift the trophy to celebrate winning the National Womens Soccer League Championship Match against  Kansas City Current at Audi Field on October 29, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Ira L. Black/Getty Images)

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2023 National Women's Soccer League NWSL Championship Playoff semi-finals preview: Full schedule and how to watch live

“I’m one of you guys now.”
Those are the words Megan Rapinoe said to adoring USA supporters, after starring for her national team for the final time on Sunday (24 September).
Hanging up her boots on what has been an illustrious football career for the United States, the player known

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 24: Megan Rapinoe #15 of the United States acknowledges the fans as he leaves the pitch after her final United States match after the game against South Africa at Soldier Field on September 24, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

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Megan Rapinoe: What now for the USA legend following USWNT retirement? 

Football legend Megan Rapinoe put on the USWNT jersey for the last time on Sunday 24 September 2023.
The 'Farewell Game' took place at Chicago's Soldier Field where the USWNT defeated South Africa 2-0 in the second of two friendlies.
The London 2012 Olympic gold medallist and two-time FIFA Women's

Megan Rapinoe at the 2023 Women's FIFA World Cup.

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