Hope Solo

Soccer player and two-time Olympic gold medalist

Hope Solo - Soccer player and two-time Olympic gold medalist
Born

July 30th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This individual gained prominence as a goalkeeper in soccer. Played for the United States women's national soccer team, achieving significant success. Won a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and again at the 2012 London Olympics. Competed in the FIFA Women's World Cup and helped the team secure victory in 2015. Played for club teams including the University of Washington and Seattle Sounders Women.

Gold medalist at the 2008 Olympics

Gold medalist at the 2012 Olympics

FIFA Women's World Cup champion in 2015

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