Christine Sinclair, Canadian soccer legend, announces retirement
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The 41-year-old from Burnaby, B.C., said in a post on Instagram that she will finish out the National Women's Soccer League campaign with the Portland Thorns.
Canadian legend Christine Sinclair announced Friday that she will retire from playing professional soccer at the end of the season.
The 41-year-old from Burnaby, B.C., said in a post on Instagram that she will finish out the National Women’s Soccer League campaign with the Portland Thorns, who are scheduled to finish out the regular season on Nov. 1.
“Portland, thank you will never be enough,” Sinclair posted with a photo of her huddling with her teammates on the pitch. “As I finish out this last ride, I want to say what a privilege it has been to represent this unique, beautiful and passionate city that I will always call home.”
Sinclair retired from the women’s national team last year after the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. She helped Canada win gold at the Tokyo Olympics and bronze at both the 2016 Games in Rio and the 2012 Games in London.
She finished her international career as the world’s top goal scorer with 190 goals.
She is also among just five players to appear in six Women’s World Cups, and one of just three players to score in five. But a World Cup trophy eluded her.
“Christine, your achievements both on and off the field have set a new standard in Canadian sport,” Canada Soccer said in a statement. “You’ve paved the way for future generations, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to shape the future of soccer in Canada and around the world.
“Thank you for the unforgettable moments, for lifting Canadian soccer to new heights, and for your unwavering commitment to the game.”
