Megan Rapinoe has enjoyed an illustrious career starring for club OL Reign and the USWNT, winning two Women’s World Cup – but she announced her retirement later this year
USWNT icon Megan Rapinoe has enjoyed a number of enthralling moments across her illustrious career as she heads into her final World Cup.
On Saturday, Rapinoe announced her intention to retire following the conclusion of the 2023 NWSL season, which ends on Oct. 15. The 38-year-old is one of the most iconic women’s soccer players and personalities in the history of the game.
Rapinoe has been a vocal leader for a number of social issues, including LGBTQ+ rights, racial inequality, voter rights, gender and pay equity. Her legacy is cemented as one of the most impactful figures in soccer history in the United States, as well as around the world in the women’s game.
Rapinoe has played for OL Reign since 2013, appearing in 14 games and scoring seven goals in the 2022 season. The club clinched the NWSL Shield after tallying an 11-4-7 record, although they lost in the playoff semi-finals to Kansas City Current. Regardless, Rapinoe has enjoyed a stellar career en route to being one of the most famous players in women’s soccer history, including these five greatest moments.