In 2018, the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team surpassed a remarkable milestone, achieving its 500th triumph. This victory marked the end of an unbeaten season for the team. The team has been playing since 1983 and is considered one of the top in the world.
Abby Wambach's goal during the 122nd minutes
One of the most memorable moments in the tournament was the late equalizer by the U.S. women’s soccer team. Abby Wambach's goal was decisive and pinpoint, even though it wasn't the winning goal. This goal will be a landmark in American women's soccer history.
Morgan's future as a star player
Alex Morgan is an American women's soccer player. This season, she has scored 15 goals in 16 NWSL matches. She will be leading the U.S. team in Mexico to the Concacaf tournament this summer. The US has not played in this tournament since 2010, when it was held in Cancun. Morgan helped the Americans win a gold medal at FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 despite losing to Mexico in the semifinals. Morgan was also instrumental in scoring the winning goal against Canada in the London Olympics 2012.
Rapinoe's suit against the U.S. soccer Federation
In April 2016, five members of the USWNT filed a lawsuit against the U.S. soccer federation seeking equal pay for the same work. They alleged that they had been treated unfairly based on gender. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received the complaint. In May 2020, a federal judge sided with the federation, dismissing most of the players' unequal pay claims. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals granted the appeal.
Dunn's inaugural Olympics
Dunn was widely anticipated and celebrated earlier in the month in Rockville Centre. It marked the end of her World Cup absence, and her start to a new chapter in her soccer career.
Rapinoe's Third Olympics
Megan Rapinoe is a forward for the United States national team. In 2009, she returned to the team and was part of their first World Cup. In 2011, Rapinoe sent the ball to teammate Abby Wambach, who scored just before the game was over. In 2012, she was part of the Olympic team and contributed to their bronze medal win in London.
Team USA's Tokyo performance
Team USA's Summer Games performance has been very positive. The men's basketball team won gold in Tokyo, the women's volleyball team claimed their first Olympic gold, and the women's 4x400 meter relay team took home their first-ever gold. Allyson Felix extended her career medal total to 11, and the U.S. women's track and field team won their first gold in indoor volleyball.