Megan Rapinoe

The 38-year-old soccer star was presented a framed jersey representing her 203 games with the United States prior to the win, and she raised her arms as the crowd roared

Aitana Bonmati, at just 25 years old, solidified her credentials as a top midfielder, and 19-year-old forward Salma Paralluelo proved to be a rising global star

Two pioneers of women’s soccer and the fight for equality off the field are hanging up their boots after the early elimination of their teams at the World Cup

Except for some desperate energy in its last match, this U.S. team appeared uncharacteristically timid and disorganized throughout this World Cup

The two-time reigning champion came an inch short of World Cup elimination, but Portugal’s late miss helped the Americans avoid the biggest upset in tournament history

Rapinoe has played limited minutes so far, coming in as a substitute in the 3-0 victory over Vietnam in the tournament opener

The Dutch struck first with a goal from Jill Roord in the first-half to surprise the Americans, who needed Horan’s goal to remain unbeaten in 19 consecutive matches

An estimated 20,000 Americans will travel for the event. The U.S. women kick off Saturday against Vietnam

The United States, France, Germany, Brazil, Sweden and England are among the favorites for glory at the 2023 tournament, although other teams could cause a surprise

“It is with a deep sense of peace & gratitude that I have decided this will be my final season playing this beautiful game,” Rapinoe said

Messi won the best player vote against Mbappé and Karim Benzema to secure the FIFA prize for the seventh time in 14 years