Abby Wambach said goodbye to professional soccer Wednesday night.
When the legendary U.S. player was substituted in the 70th minute of Wednesday’s 1-0 loss to China, the fans at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans gave Wambach a rousing ovation.
WATCH: #USWNT's Abby Wambach subbed off, receives a terrific standing ovation from the Superdome crowd. #ThanksAbby https://t.co/0HFQtq2GEu
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) December 17, 2015
Wambach, 35, retires with an international soccer-record 184 goals in 252 games for Team USA. She addressed the crowd following the conclusion of Wednesday’s game, thanking her family, friends and fans for their support.
https://twitter.com/FootyVibez/status/677334761895956480
She’ll be missed.
Thumbnail photo via Derick E. Hingle/USA TODAY Sports Images
