Abby Wambach

Soccer player and Olympic gold medalist

Abby Wambach - Soccer player and Olympic gold medalist
Born

June 2nd, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This individual excelled in soccer as a forward, achieving significant accolades throughout a professional career. Played for the United States Women's National Team from 2001 to 2015, becoming one of the most prolific goal scorers in the sport's history. Helped the team secure two Olympic gold medals in 2004 and 2012, and won the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2015. Transitioned into coaching and advocacy for women's sports post-retirement.

Won two Olympic gold medals

Led the USA to a FIFA Women's World Cup victory

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