Megan Rapinoe, an American soccer legend, concluded her career with a painful injury during her final professional match as Gotham FC emerged victorious against her OL Reign with a score of 2-1. In the midst of the game, Rapinoe sustained a non-contact injury leaving her in discomfort before exiting the match with an apparent Achilles tendon tear. Despite her injury, Rapinoe expressed gratitude for her whole career, reflected on the game’s growth, and thanked her supporters. This final match also marks the last time Rapinoe and her longtime teammate Ali Krieger faced each other on the field, as both athletes were set to retire after November 11th. The National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman announced that the league had secured media partnerships that would broadcast 118 of their matches in the 2024 season, marking a significant step forward for women’s soccer. As Rapinoe and Krieger left the pitch after the match, both players were celebrated for their lasting impact on the sport and beyond.
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