The idea that the United States was eliminated from the Women’s World Cup by a millimeter is an illusion. Denying that will only guarantee more failures.
Category: Rapinoe, Megan
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How the U.S. Was Eliminated From the Women’s World Cup, Shot by Shot
The shootout was rapid-fire, but still agonizing for both Sweden, which moved to the World Cup quarterfinals, and the United States, which was eliminated.
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For Megan Rapinoe, an End Not Even She Could Have Imagined
A missed penalty kick was cruel way to draw the curtain on a star’s World Cup career. But her influence and her legacy were never about soccer alone.
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U.S. Tries to Focus on What Comes After Portugal Tie
A close call against Portugal at the Women’s World Cup gave the United States a chance to consider what might have been, and then move past it.
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Megan Rapinoe Is Not Going Quietly
Relegated to a reserve role in her fourth World Cup, the outspoken U.S. forward said she has plenty left to give. And that she’s still expecting to win it all.
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Biggest Gap for U.S. World Cup Players: Their Ages
The U.S. team includes past champions, veterans of the equal pay fight and 14 players experiencing their first World Cup. How they come together will shape the future.
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For Rapinoe, a Final Send-Off Before a Final World Cup
One day after announcing her plan to retire this year, Megan Rapinoe began her farewell tour as an unused substitute in her team’s send-off match.
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A Look Back at Megan Rapinoe’s Best Moments on the Pitch
The women’s soccer star, who announced her retirement on Saturday, is known for the creativity of her offense.
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Megan Rapinoe Announces Retirement After World Cup, NWSL Season
The women’s national team star made an unexpected retirement announcement ahead of a U.S. friendly against Wales.
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Women’s World Cup: What to Know
The New York Times – Sports:This year’s tournament in Australia and New Zealand will feature all the usual contenders and a surprisingly high number of first-time qualifiers.
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Canada’s Women Pick Up Equal Pay Fight Ahead of Game With U.S.
The New York Times – Sports:Canada’s team, a Women’s World Cup favorite, went on strike last week as its battle with the country’s soccer federation boiled over.