Julie Ertz signs with Angel City FC. Ertz, 31, took the year off to start a family with her husband, NFL star Zach Ertz. Ertz will have nine NWSL regular season matches and three Challenge Cup games to strengthen her case for a World Cup berth.
, which will provide a platform to resume her pro career and polish her game before the World Cup roster is announced in June.
“I am so thrilled to be joining one of the most exciting clubs in the world,” Ertz said in a statement after signing a one-year contract with the Los Angeles-based club. “From the moment they traded for my rights up until now, they have been unwavering in their support of my journey. I cannot wait to get to work with the team and finally experience the amazing game-day atmosphere.”Ertz, 31, was a critical figure in U.S. World Cup championship campaigns in 2015 and 2019 .
“It goes without saying how massive it is for our club to have Julie as a member of our team,” General Manager Angela Hucles Mangano said in a statement. “Her focus, determination, leadership and championship mind-set set her apart from most players. She adds tremendous value to any environment she’s a part of. We’re thrilled she chose Angel City in her return to the game.”
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