“Coming Back From Giving Birth Was Hard” – Alex Morgan on USWNT Return After Daughter Charlie’s Birth in Netflix Doc ‘Under Pressure’

Athletes often face challenges that extend beyond the playing field. In Netflix’s gripping limited series, ‘Under Pressure,’ the focus wasn’t solely on the 2023 FIFA World Cup outcome, but on the personal battles waged by players like Alex Morgan. The former World Cup winner shared a candid story of her arduous journey back to the national team after giving birth to her daughter.

As the documentary series unveils the highs and lows of the USWNT’s campaign, Alex Morgan sheds light on her resilience and commitment to make her comeback. Let’s delve deeper and uncover Morgan’s story.

A grueling comeback for Alex Morgan post-pregnancy

In a heartfelt revelation, Morgan admitted that reclaiming her position within the team was anything but easy. After welcoming her first child, Charlie, she faced the daunting task of regaining her fitness and adapting her game to the demands of international soccer. While it wasn’t easy, Morgan’s determination paved the way for a successful comeback.

“Coming back from giving birth was hard,” Morgan admitted in the documentary. “I didn’t feel super quick or super fast right away. So, I adjusted my game a little bit as I was getting my speed back.” This shift in strategy proved beneficial for Morgan. By focusing on positioning and anticipation rather than relying solely on her speed, she developed a more well-rounded attacking skillset.

“Once I did get that back, I had already adapted my game to kind of finding the ball, and I feel like I’m just finding myself in good goal-scoring positions more frequently than I ever have before,” Morgan admitted candidly. Despite the efforts from the USWNT star, the United States found themselves out of the World Cup in knockouts against Sweden.

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Morgan’s unwanted goal drought

The 2023 FIFA World Cup was a historic tournament for the USA for all the wrong reasons. It witnessed Alex Morgan and her team crash out in the last 16, leaving fans stunned. Morgan failed to score a single goal in the campaign, extending a scoreless streak that began in February 2023. This marked one of the coldest spells of her international career, potentially making 2023 her worst scoring year for the USWNT.

With the pressure mounting and the next generation of USWNT players rising, Morgan faces a critical juncture. To reclaim her place as the leader of USWNT’s attack, she must rediscover her scoring touch. The 2024 Olympics offer a crucial opportunity for her to write a new chapter and prove she remains a vital force in American soccer.

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