USA forward Megan Rapinoe has broken her silence following her United States Women's National Soccer Team's (USWNT) earliest-ever exit at the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Missed penalties in the shootout by senior stalwarts Megan Rapinoe and Kelley O'Hara helped send USWNT out of the tournament, with hopes of completing a 'three-peat' dashed, as long-time rivals Sweden advanced to the last eight.
The 38-year-old announced her retirement after the National Women's Soccer League season this year. After a goalless 120-minute match against Sweden, the USWNT was defeated 5-4 on penalties.
Rapinoe took to her Instagram to post a heartfelt message following the USWNT's FIFA World Cup exit to Sweden. A post shared by Megan Rapinoe She/Her (@mrapinoe) The two-time World Cup winner and Olympic medallist praised a 'very special' group in an emotional Instagram post. "This game is so beautiful, even in its cruelest moments.