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VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Abby Wambach lifted American coach Jill Ellis after the final whistle. She ran to the stands for a hug from her wife. And then along with Christie Rampone, she became the first American to lift the Women's World Cup championship trophy in 16 years. It all equated to a World Cup farewell for Wambach that was confusing and surreal, joyous and ultimately ...
Dec 15, 2015 · As she prepares to play her last game for the U.S. national team Wednesday night in New Orleans, here's a look back at eight major moments in her career. Sept. 9, 2001: Wambach makes her first ...
Dec 17, 2015 · Wambach has had her share of heroics to last a lifetime. For Wambach, the wrap came in the 72nd minute on Dec. 16, 2015. Put it in the record books. It's history now. Wambach leaves the game with ...
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Oct 28, 2015 · The greatest scorer in U.S. women's soccer history is leaving the stage. Through her talent and will, she helped maintain the squad's excellence.
Jan 16, 2019 · Abby Wambach was once the world’s greatest female footballer and during those giddying goal-scoring, title-winning years she felt grateful. She was appreciative of any recognition, any respect ...
Jun 22, 2022 · Abby Wambach is uncovering more than you – or the legendary athlete herself – ever knew about soccer – or football as the rest of the world calls it – in “Abby’s Places” on ESPN+.
— Matthew Wambach (Abby's brother) Wambach recalls being toughened up by her elder brothers firing hockey pucks at her for target practice. While playing in her first youth soccer league at age five, she was transferred from the girls' team to the boys' after scoring 27 goals in only three games. As a pre-teen, she began eluding defenders by heading the ball over them and running around them ...
