As the San Diego Wave FC gears up for a highly anticipated match against the North Carolina Courage, all eyes are on Alex Morgan, who will be playing her final game. The two-time World Cup champion is sadly gearing up to retire, and this match at Snapdragon Stadium will mark the end of an extraordinary chapter in her career! Ready to sign off from the beautiful game, Morgan emphasizes the importance of cherishing every moment during a presser, also hinting at her playing time for tonight!

The 35-year-old forward, who’s about to welcome her second child, has had an extraordinary career with 224 caps for the USWNT. She’s netted 123 goals and dished out 53 assists, with a trophy cabinet including an Olympic gold medal and two World Cups. But recently, she has not been in her best form, struggling to hit the net. Yet, ready to give way to the young generation, Morgan has no complaints. She is looking forward to seizing every moment.

 “Although it might only be a few minutes or limited minutes, I just want to take in every moment of the game on Sunday,” she said during a press conference. Even though she was trying to hold back her feelings, she couldn’t help but show her appreciation for the sport and the team that has been a huge part of her life for almost 15 years. For Morgan, this retirement match isn’t just about her own success; it’s a tribute to all the people who’ve backed her along the way. “This isn’t just about me; it’s a celebration of everyone who’s played a part in my journey,” she shared.

As the day nears, this star player can’t wait to soak up every second of the game on Sunday, from entering the locker room to getting her ankle taped one last time. She’s especially thrilled about singing the national anthem on the field with her daughter right there beside her. Even chiming about the support shown to her by friends and family, who will be present as an audience of over 80 family members in the stands and a sold-out lower bowl at Snapdragon Stadium, promising that the atmosphere is going to be electric even with the short time she may get to play before them.

Moving forward, she’ll make sure that her impact on the sport never fades for good. Even if she doesn’t come back as a coach, Morgan still has plans to contribute to the soccer community via her foundation and media house.

Off the field, but not off the sport just yet!

Once the cleats come off, Morgan won’t just be kicking back and relaxing. She plans to contribute her support to women’s sports and she’s excited about working with the various businesses that can help amplify her efforts. While some may be disappointed that this star won’t be rejoining as a coach and following what is considered the norm, it’s exciting to see someone of her stature take a stand to make a change.

Remember back in 2023 when she kicked off the Alex Morgan Foundation? It’s a nonprofit focused on championing equality and backing programs for girls and women in sports. The foundation aims to help young athletes become well-rounded by offering training, resources, and mentorship to boost their skills and personal growth, both on the field and beyond. With more time on her hands, Alex will be working on her foundation to provide the required assistance needed to make a difference in the lives of female athletes. Additionally, Morgan will be teaming up with Togethxr to create a powerful social platform that will highlight the achievements and experiences of sportsmen just like her.

So it’s safe to say that exciting times lie ahead, as everyone awaits to see what Alex Morgan will do to help the scope of soccer and women’s sports. Let’s all take a moment to honor the part that she has played to make soccer the exciting game it’s been and cheer her on during her last time on the field.