‘I’m not planning to hang up my boots anytime soon right now,’ was what Alex Morgan said much to soccer fans relief. This was a year ago after the round of 16 match against Sweden in the USWNT’s lowest World Cup. Just over a year down the line, one of the most prolific goalscorers’s retirement took the world by surprise considering her strong mentality. Despite missing out on the 2024 Olympics, Morgan may have thought to help the struggling Sand Diego Wave in the NWSL. However, she has now opened up, revealing the reason for the unpredicted decision.

Speaking in a recent press conference, Morgan confessed that she had to expedite her exit from professional soccer. “To be honest, I wasn’t expecting to finish my career mid-season. This came unexpectedly. In the beginning of 2024 I wanted to end this season,” she told the press. The 35-year-old had already informed that the decision was made in early 2024 but not in the middle of the season.

Nevertheless, Morgan later reflected, “A few weeks ago I found out that I was pregnant and it was unexpected as it was. I was so happy because this was what our family wanted, a couple of months sooner than expected,” suggesting that her pregnancy was the main reason for the decision.

Tonight is the last time Alex Morgan will play her minutes in the beautiful game. San Diego Wave takes on North Carolina Courage at their home, and the Snapdragon Stadium is expected to get emotional over this incredible career. However, despite being her last game, the two-time Olympic medalist’s mind would still be on pushing her team towards the playoff, just like she did all these years. Morgan expressed the desire to win a championship and reach the playoffs.

But as her spell had to be cut short, she expected the team to carry on with determination in pursuit of the payoffs. After winning the Supporters Shield last year, the California team is 5 points below the playoff zone and has 8 matches to catch up. However, as Morgan embarks on a new journey, her affiliation with sports will remain.

The next professional spell of Alex Morgan revealed amid a plethora of options

Owing to her incredible career and professionalism, who wouldn’t want to see the USWNT legend’s second spell in soccer? But it appears that supporters can only wish for Alex Morgan to take up coaching, analysis, or even punditry. When asked about a potential comeback through such a route, Alex Morgan revealed her calling to be into investment into women’s sports. While she will be on a break due to her medical situation currently and probable motherhood for a little period, Morgan denied any plans to coach.

But the former Orlando Pride ace has already proved her acumen outside the pitch with entrepreneurship. Morgan’s recent venture was into the 3×3 basketball league, Unrivaled, which is expected to start next year. She, along with her firm Trybe Ventures, helped the competition gain investors. Morgan also runs a media company, Togethxr, to promote young women’s talent in the field of sports.

Moreover, her charitable trust The Alex Morgan Foundation is focused on achieving equality for women in sports. Apart from women’s sports exclusively, Morgan also became a minor stakeholder in the Los Angeles Golf Club’s claimed reports. Overall, despite her retirement, the mission for Morgan is not done yet. Her passion for contributing to sports still remains and will continue her legacy off the pitch.