Megan Rapinoe played in her final match for the U.S. Women’s National Team on Sunday at Soldier Field.
The national anthem on Sunday was preceded by a ceremony to honor the USWNT star in her final international appearance.
Rapinoe went out in style, with her corner kick in the 49th minute setting up an Emily Sonnett goal to give the U.S. a 2-0 lead. United States forward Megan Rapinoe speaks after the game against South Africa in her last national team appearance at Soldier Field.United States forward Megan Rapinoe speaks after the game against South Africa in her last national team appearance at Soldier Field.After the match, there was a video tribute to Rapinoe, who addressed the crowd.
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