Top 5 Moments From Abby Wambach’s USWNT Career

The soccer career of Abby Wambach comes to an end on Wednesday night as the USWNT hosts China. The international scoring leader has such a storied career, and social media has been littered with memories in recent days. These are the top five moments that every USWNT fan will remember.

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$Top 5 Moments From Abby Wambach\'s USWNT Career$

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5. 2012 - Olympic Semifinals

Wambach was in the middle of one of the craziest matches ever played, and it took place in the semifinals of the Olympics. Wambach pointed out how long the Canadian keeper was holding the ball, which turned the officiating in favor of the U.S.A., as a controversial handball gave the USWNT life and Wambach converted the penalty in the 80th minute. The U.S. won in extra time in a 4-3 game.

4. 2004 - Gold Medal Winning Goal

Wambach was put firmly on the international map as she headed in a Kristine Lilly corner in the 112th minute in Athens. Wambach's head would be her biggest weapon over her storied career.

3. 2009 - 100th Goal

Wambach scored her 100th international goal in her hometown of Rochester, N.Y. Wambach's century-mark goal put her in the company of eight other players. It was also the game winner.

2. 2013 - Wambach Takes the Record

The new international goal-scoring record came as part of a four-goal game for Wambach. A large contingent of family members celebrated from the stands and Mia Hamm was gracious despite losing her record. Goal No. 159 came from a Megan Rapinoe corner.

1. 2015 - USWNT Wins the World Cup

Despite taking a different role during the World Cup, Wambach played her part. By all accounts, she was a leader in the locker room and took pressure off her teammates. The World Cup was the one thing missing from Wambach's illustrious career.