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On Thursday, long-time U.S. Women’s National Team and National Women’s Soccer League defender Ali Krieger announced her retirement at the end of the 2023 NWSL Season. She will play one final season with NJ/NY Gotham FC before closing a chapter on a legendary career.
“I see the 2023 season as an opportunity to celebrate with our fans and my fellow players, but make no mistake – my entire focus is on winning the NWSL championship with Gotham FC,” said Krieger in a press release. “In a career filled with blessings, the NWSL title is one of the only trophies I still have yet to win. I’ve worked really hard to get to this point. I’ve always been inspired by winning, competing, and a desire to be the best, and this will be my last chance to win a championship. I’m determined to work with my teammates to make this final goal a reality. To achieve this before our incredible Gotham FC fans will motivate me every day this season.”
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