Megan Rapinoe set to retire after farewell match with US team in September.

Megan Rapinoe’s Farewell Match

Megan Rapinoe, the soccer league veteran, will be playing her final U.S. women’s national ​team game ⁣against South ⁤Africa ‌on ⁢Sept. 24. The ⁤U.S. Soccer‍ Federation ⁢has announced that she will be honored before the match.

A Career Filled with Joy and Gratitude

In a heartfelt statement, Rapinoe⁢ expressed‌ her ​emotions about the end‍ of her career, saying, “People may​ think⁣ that my career coming to an end‌ would bring sadness, but when I think back on the past‍ 30-plus years⁣ of playing this​ game, my overriding emotions‌ are joy and gratitude.”

She further​ added, “It’s been an unbelievable ride. It will be​ special to have this one last opportunity to play ⁢for ⁤my country in front of our incredible fans and⁢ get ⁤the⁢ chance to thank ‍my teammates and everyone who has had an impact on⁤ me ⁣as a person and player over the ‍years.”

A Remarkable Record

During her time in the World Cup, Rapinoe achieved a significant milestone, becoming⁢ the 14th American to reach 200 games played for the United States. Her ⁤record ⁤includes an impressive ⁤63 goals and 73 assists for the ‌women’s national team.

A Passionate Advocate

Rapinoe’s impact extends beyond the soccer field. She has ⁢been a vocal advocate for equal pay in women’s soccer and has spoken out on LGBT issues. In response to a question about⁣ her favorite memory of playing for U.S. soccer, Rapinoe tearfully answered, “Equal pay.”

She has also ⁣been a strong critic of those who ‌oppose transgender female athletes, calling‍ their views harmful.​ Rapinoe believes that the U.S. should not be “trying​ to ​legislate away people’s‍ full ‍humanity” when it comes ⁤to transgender ⁣athletes in sports.

Don’t miss this historic farewell match of a true legend in women’s soccer!

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