In this week’s women’s soccer news, Lily Yohannes will represent the USWNT; the NWSL semifinals are set; the San Diego Wave got a big signing; and more!
High of the Week
Lily Yohannes has announced that she will be representing the United States on the international stage. She had the choice between the USWNT and the Netherlands. She made her debut for the USWNT in June against South Korea where she scored a goal in her debut. Yohannes signed with Ajax at just 15 in 2023 and has made 24 appearances for the club.
❤️🤍💙 pic.twitter.com/nEnoJg6wvO
— Lily Yohannes (@LilyYohannes10) November 11, 2024
Low of the Week
With the Portland Thorns falling in the quarterfinals it means that Christine Sinclair’s amazing career has come to an end. As a Thorn, she earned 204 appearances and scored 72 goals. On the international stage, she’s the leading scorer in the world with 190 goals in 331 appearances for Canada.
For one last time, the Greatest Of All Time.
Sinc, your legacy is immeasurable, your impact will last beyond a lifetime. #ThankYouSinc pic.twitter.com/oLrp1vVXVY
— Portland Thorns FC (@ThornsFC) November 10, 2024
News of the Week
The NWSL semifinals are set with just four teams fighting for the title. The first match will be the Washington Spirit…