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The U.S. Women's National Team are 2015 Women’s World Cup champions, and The Players' Tribune is here with an intimate look at the players and the team as the celebration continues.

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Hey Alyssa

Alyssa Thompson’s mom shares a message with her daughter as the USWNT forward makes her World Cup debut.

American Girl

Crystal Dunn is an inspiration to people of all ages, especially to a young girl named Karen.

My American Dream

USWNT's Catarina Macario on her journey: “My story is not perfect. It’s been complicated. It’s been a bumpy road.”

It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye

Carli Lloyd says goodbye to soccer: “How can I sum up what 17 years actually feels like, and what it means to me?”

I’m Good Right Now

I’d run through a brick wall if I needed to. And celebrating with this team — this family! — after we secured that World Cup trophy is something I’ll remember f

So the President F*cking Hates My Girlfriend

Hi!! Sue Bird here. This is my WC Semis preview.

You Can't Get Rid of Your Girl That Easily

I know this might be my last ride. But I don’t take a day of it for granted.

American Girl

When I put on our U.S. kit … I do it for every single American girl out there who wants to see someone who looks like them — someone whose story reminds them of

Up the Mountain

Every time I hear the anthem play before our matches, no matter if it’s a friendly, or a World Cup final, I feel the same thing: gratefulness.

The Curb

Here I am, once again, facing a new struggle. Am I too old? Am I fit enough? Am I done?

The Reckless Child

All my life, to the best of my ability, I’ve just wanted to watch soccer, practice soccer, play soccer — be around soccer.

Equal Footing

It was such a difficult decision for us to cancel our match vs. Trinidad and Tobago — and one that we did not take lightly at all. Here is what happened.

Mailbag: Megan Rapinoe

True American Hero and 2015 World Cup champion Megan Rapinoe answers questions directly from fans.

On the Line: Shannon Boxx

Listen as Shannon talks about the state (and potential) of women's soccer, saying goodbye to the game (and what's next) and the spoils...

I'm Home

Everyone eventually finds their own path. Mine has taken me to places that I never thought possible. And now, 15 years later, it’s...

Foot Parade

After winning the World Cup on Sunday, the United States National Women’s Soccer Team was treated to a ticker tape parade down New York City’s Canyon of Heroes.

On Top of the World

On Sunday, the U.S. Women's National Team captured its first World Cup title in 16 years -- on the day after July 4th, no less. The Players’ Tribune was on scen

The Chirp: USWNT World Cup Championship Edition

Behind a hat trick from Golden Ball Award winner Carli Lloyd, the USWNT raced out to an early 4-0 lead vs. Japan in the World Cup final,...

Uni Review: U.S. National Soccer Team Edition

Dolphins wide receiver and avid U.S. soccer fan Kenny Stills reviews the last 10 kits from both the Men’s and Women’s sides.

This Is 40

The number thing. I’ll be honest, the number thing gets to me a little bit. This month during the World Cup, you’ll hear it again and again — from analysts, com

Up to the Cup

It doesn't happen overnight. Every win — whether it's at the World Cup or just an international friendly — is the culmination of months and years of pain and sw

The Pursuit

I have a weakness: I never feel like I’m good enough. I have a strength: I never feel like I’m good enough.

Soccer Mom

I’ve got a chance to win the World Cup, and a wonderful gift of a son who’ll soon be two years old. So go ahead — call me a Soccer Mom.

What the (Blank)?

U.S. Women's National Soccer Team captain Christie Rampone answers ten random questions.