Alex Morgan’s fourth career FIFA Women’s World Cup ended in heartbreak.
The USWNT legend was substituted off in extra time during a Round of 16 clash against Sweden and she had to watch from the sidelines as her team ultimately lost in a dramatic penalty shootout. Megan Rapinoe, who took her place, missed a crucial spot kick to help seal the Americans’ fate.
The loss sent the USA crashing out of the tournament with 2023 marking the worst World Cup finish in team history. The USA reached the semifinals of all eight previous editions of the World Cup. This time around, they didn’t even make it to the quarterfinals.
At 34 years old, Morgan faces an uncertain national team future. Was the Round of 16 elimination against Sweden the last time we’ll see her suit up for the Stars and Stripes?
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Is Alex Morgan retiring?
In an interview following the loss to Sweden, Morgan dodged a question about her future with the USWNT.
“I don’t know,” she told FOX Sports’ Jenny Taft. “I was so focused on the World Cup that… I don’t know. I’m just ready to get back to San Diego and get back to work and go from there.”
The @USWNT co-captain Alex Morgan joins @JennyTaft after the USA-SWE Round of 16 matchup 🎙 pic.twitter.com/7GiLFYrxVo
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