Megan Rapinoe struck her famous pose one last time in her final USWNT game, as Sunday was all about honoring a legend.
, 2-0, in the friendly, an important second win in as many games after a disappointing showing at this summer's World Cup. And while moving forward and looking ahead toward the 2024 Paris Olympics is crucial for this program right now, Sunday was all about honoring a legend.It was a joyful and emotional afternoon. Rapinoe wore the captain's armband and was given a commemorative framed jersey before kickoff.
"I think this team has always taken so much pride in that. Showing up as our full selves. We have fought so hard on the field, had so much fun, been so successful doing it. We've fought so hard off the field to continue to create more space for ourselves, to be who we are. But hopefully create more space for you guys to be who you are."played in her final game on Thursday.
"Nobody thought Megan Rapinoe was going to be Megan Rapinoe, but what she's done is made it easier for the next Megan Rapinoe to shine." She's also a self-described HAM and as interim coach Twila Kilgore put it,"You never know what you're going to get with Pinoe. What music is she going to be playing? What outfit is she going to be [wearing]? If she gets a phone call, it could be a friend, or Sue, or the president of the United States."
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