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Alyssa Thompson #7 of the United States dribbles the ball during the first half of an international friendly against Wales at PayPal Park on July 09, 2023 in San Jose, California.

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What Is This USWNT Player’s Deal: Alyssa Thompson

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The NWSL Is Terrorizing Rookies With This Dubious Treatment For Cramps

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Is This Magic, Or One Of The Worst Calls In History?


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Goalkeepers DiDi Haracic #13 and Brittany Isenhour #1 of Angel City FC wave to fans after defeating North Carolina Courage at Banc of California Stadium on April 29, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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The Most Revolutionary Thing About Angel City FC Is It’s Fun

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2020 NWSL Challenge Cup – Quarterfinals

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