Alex Morgan Retires from Professional Soccer

Alex Morgan, a two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, announced her retirement from professional soccer after a celebrated 15-year career, coinciding with the news of her second pregnancy. During her final match with the San Diego Wave, she walked onto the field with her daughter Charlie and was subbed out in the 13th minute, a tribute to her long-standing jersey number. Morgan finishes her career with 224 appearances for the U.S. women's national team, scoring 123 goals, and is recognized for her advocacy for equitable pay in women's soccer. The match ended in a 4-1 loss to the North Carolina Courage, but Morgan's legacy includes being the leading scorer for the USWNT as a mother. Her emotional farewell included a speech where she expressed being at peace with her decision to retire and excitement for starting a family. Morgan's impact on soccer and women's sports will be felt as she passes the torch to the next generation of players.