Alex Morgan, the renowned soccer player, announced her retirement at a news conference in San Diego. Surrounded by her teammates from the San Diego Wave, Morgan was visibly moved by the unexpected show of support. The 35-year-old athlete, who has had a stellar 15-year career, will play her final match for the Wave against the North Carolina Courage at Snapdragon Stadium on Sunday.
Morgan, who is expecting her second child, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to lace up her boots one last time. Her decision to retire midseason was prompted by her pregnancy, which came as a surprise a few weeks ago. Despite originally planning to retire at the end of the season, Morgan felt it was the right time to step away from the game.
