Mallory Pugh
American soccer player and Olympic gold medalist
Born
April 29th, 1998
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional soccer player, achieved recognition for contributions to the U.S. Women's National Team. Debuted internationally at the age of 17, becoming the youngest player to score for the national team in 2016. Competed in major tournaments including the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2019 and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where secured a gold medal. Played for clubs such as the Washington Spirit and Chicago Red Stars in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).
Won a gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Competed in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup
Youngest player to score for the U.S. Women's National Team
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