Alyssa Naeher retires from USWNT after successful career, looks to future of women's soccer

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U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, 36, has announced her retirement from the national team after a successful career, including a World Cup title and an Olympic gold medal. She will play two more matches before stepping down. Naeher's decision comes as the U.S. Women's National Team transitions to a new generation under coach Emma Hayes. Other veterans, including Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan, have also retired recently. Naeher plans to continue playing for her club, the Chicago Red Stars, for one more year. She expressed pride in her contributions to the team and excitement for the future of U.S. goalkeeping.


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