Alex Morgan Says Goodbye to Professional Soccer After Storied Career

Alex Morgan Says Goodbye to Professional Soccer After Storied Career
United States' Alex Morgan is draped in the U.S. flag as she waves to fans after the United States beat Japan 5–2 in the FIFA Women's World Cup soccer championship in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on July 5, 2015. Elaine Thompson/AP Photo
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Alex Morgan is hanging up her cleats after becoming one of the most decorated soccer players in American history.

The 35-year-old superstar striker is officially retiring on Sunday after leading the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) to two FIFA World Cup titles and an Olympic gold medal over her 15-year career.

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