‘Dream Final’ in NWSL as Megan Rapinoe & Ali Krieger Final Game Has the ‘Global Appeal’ in OL Reign vs Gotham FC, Says Famed Journalist

It will be quite an end to this year’s National Women’s Soccer League for the fans. No matter the result, they will remember the game for the USWNT legend Megan Rapinoe‘s exit. Accompanying her will be Ali Kreiger, who made her own mark in the American soccer picture. According to a senior media official, the game is expected to attract a lot of global emotions for its iconic occasion.

The USWNT has been a dominant force in the last couple of decades. And Megan Rapinoe can be considered as one of its most prominent ambassadors. On Saturday evening, America will bid adieu to the charismatic winger and Kreiger on a memorable occasion. 

The NWSL Final is a potential blockbuster, says a journalist

After a dominating league phase, the San Diego Wave had to bow down to OL Reign. It assisted Rapinoe in potentially getting a chance to win her last trophy. Gotham FC also brings its American star to potentially be one of the best contests of the championship this year. A senior journalist also stated how the game will attract eyeballs due to its impending significance. Jeff Kassouf on ESPN FC said, “Yeah, I think this has the global appeal you’d want. I mean, Megan Rapinoe getting there, period.” Sebastian Salazar mentioned, “From a neutral perspective, this is a dream final, isn’t it?”

The match between the two greats will be a grand spectacle for the fans, especially after Megan Rapinoe’s international retirement, as pointed out by Kassouf. OL Reign arrived at the finals convincingly by handing a 1-0 loss to the San Diego Wave. The USWNT legend Rapinoe scored twice against the Chicago Red Stars last month to help Reigns reach the playoffs this year. The star will look to motivate her team for their debut NWSL title. 

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Simultaneously, Kassouf mentioned Aki Kregier’s strength this season, which is an advantage over Reigns, according to the journalist. Gotham FC just managed to reach the knockouts at 7th place. But the defense powerhouse led by Kreiger stood firm to break Portland Thorns and seize the victory in the 17th minute of extra time to reach the finals. Fans expect the final to be a thriller, but more focus would be on the two outbound icons.

The legacy of Megan Rapinoe on American Soccer

With 203 caps for USWNT, 38-year-old Rapinoe won 2 Olympic medals, including a gold in 2012 London. The forward also won the 2015 and 2019 World Cups with Golden Ball and Golden Boot during the 2019 edition of the World Cup. Her exemplary performance in 2019 also won her the Ballon d’Or Feminin the same year.

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The American striker played over 120 games for OL Reign throughout 11 seasons and scored 57 goals. On the other hand, Kreiger will also leave the sport after 16 years of her senior career. The defender played a significant part in the 2015 and 2019 World Cup campaigns. On Saturday, American soccer fans will celebrate their legends’ farewell in an epic contest.