Fabulous interview. Thank you and Kelley for sharing this conversation.

Great episode ladies..and remember even if soccer is over for you both...we all love you and will always cheer for you!

Happy Birthday and Happy Pride! Go Gays!!!!

This is an especially brave episode from one of the best channels on YT.

Really really hoping Kelley is playing again in August! Going to my first Gotham game (i live in Canada) and I would love to see her play!!!

The first and only time I had the pleasure of seeing the USWNT in person was the final of the 2011 World Cup and I remember my 18 year old self rooting so hard for the US and seeing all the players on the sideline, Kelley included… after that I never stopped rooting for the USWNT even when they played against Germany… a part of me always wanted the US to win because the team spirit was something so unique! I watched so many games they played and Kelley has been my favourite player for years now because she’s just so electrifying and played so amazingly good! I really hope she takes the time to realise how much joy she brought to people all over the world… I think a big part of her legacy is that she made people a fan of whatever team she was on because her love for the game was so freaking inspiring!

This was a great interview, Kelley has been one of my favorites since she hit the big time. Its sad both of you ended your careers with almost the same injuries. I hope technology finds a fix for your injuries. I would love to see both of you back on the pitch as you both still have soccer left in you.

USWNT should give her one last chance to play in this Olympics before her retirement it will be a big favor to players like Kelly pls Emma Hayes🙏🙏🙏

Sam I love your episodes- ESPECIALLY this one. Kelley O'hara replacement has some big shoes to fill- I've loved watching her throughout her career. It'll be a sad day when we see Alex Morgan hang her National Jersey up too.

KO.. my fave US player… one of the greats, a total legend for USWNT, and always so humble and the very best kind of teammate. This game will miss her immensely- I hope younger players follow her example. Thanks for this interview!

Loved this! Kelley is the best. I hope you both do an aquabike race! They’re super fun and highly competitive. Keep us posted if you do!

This wa a rough watch...in a really great way. Kudos to both of you for being so ridiculously vulnerable and I'm glad Kelley felt like she had the space to do this and with Sam especially. Sam, Kelley, Tobin, and probably countless others.... jeez.

ohara <3

They are both such passionate people and players. Both will definitely be missed on the pitch. I hope we continue to keep the culture and values that these players have left in future generations.

I love the friendship between you two ❤❤

I have always enjoyed seeing Kelley on air as the interviewer on JWS for years. This episode with her as the interviewee with Sam was probably the best I’ve seen of both of them. I laughed and I cried with both of them. I especially didn’t have the latter on my bingo card this morning, but they were earned with their genuine vulnerability of their situation. Wishing both of you pain-free active years post-soccer. I hope to see more of Kelley in the media as well after retirement.

I've listened to a lot of podcast interviewing athletes but why this one stands out is because it tackled an active athlete grappling with the reality of retiring even though the spirit is still willing. Maybe I read too much into this but the overall messages of acceptance, regret and finding meaning AFTER the sport you love...hit DEEP. Like @ca2ne said, this should be viewed by all athletes not too far behind Kelly & Sam (in regards to retirement)

This episode is so agonisingly beautiful, the passion you both have for the game is so evident but goodness you've got me crying too. As someone living with chronic pain that stems from an experience where I was doing something I really loved, that conversation about whether you regret going to the 2019 world cup really hit home. Of course you don't regret it, but it's so unfortunate that the things that bring us so much joy can also bring us so much pain. Thank you for being so vulnerable, it is so appreciated.

That's already how we all see you Kelley. Most valuable player ever...closely followed by Sonnet.

I love your podcast . You are so welcoming to your guests and listeners and you wear your heart on your sleeve. I also love the fact that you have a place for England in your heart cos we are the best😂👏

The shared experiences you two have makes this interview epic. It is a testament to both of your fearlessness because entering into this interview together was bound to bare your souls with nowhere to hide. You two have always been she-roes of mine. This experience cemented you in my pantheon of epic women. PS. We need more Kelley on the Street!

such a good interview.

Still can’t both my United team won the fa cup

Great video. Hit so many points in my life too: giving up something because living life without knee pain, my daughter missing her high school cross country team, me missing being a photographer for that team...

The first yellow for Sophia Smith was for a reckless foul. Her second yellow that got her the red card was unbelievable. I was shocked and also their coach Rob Gale got a red card for trying to defend what had happened to Sophia Smith in that situation.

Watched this earlier tonight and I’m still in my feels. It was a beautiful and emotional conversation. Kudos to Sammy and Kelley for being so open and honest. I’ve been a fan of both as players and will continue to cheer them on in their next chapters. I could listen to them talk for hours, even though this interview almost required some tissues.

So blessed to have watched you play. Thank you.

Thank you, thank you, thank you Sam and Kelley. It has been a privilege and a thrill to watch your football careers! Love and hope to see you more in different roles.

Amazing interview!! I feel so heartbroken for kell and you Sam. To have your passion cut too soon. This is something that every athlete should watch to make sure you listen to your body to try to mitigate permanent damage, and what it does to someone mentally. I wish her well ❤

I am a 55 year old former player who is dealing with knee problems now. I just want Kelly and Sam to know that it will be ok! The knee will never be right again, but it is ok! Life is slower and different, but it is ok!

Miss Kelley, swimming is a non-impact sports for the knees. Also your cartilage will survive for regenerating cartilage that I have; given to you from South American professional medical practices from real doctors, proven safe methods, and patient stories (my mother 80 yrs old). I'll give the recipe to you anytime Kelley. Don't play anymore ! who cares if you breach the contract ? F*** them. Such a bad ass Kelley is.

Not a pro athlete, but as I got older into my late 30s climbing to near the peak of my career, I also realized I am just a number, and I am only as valuable as long as I remain useful to my employer. So you need to look out for your long term health and future, bc your employer/boss won’t care. They might throw a lot of money or opportunities your way, but they ultimately will squeeze out every bit of youth and energy you have for their profit or their careers.

Kelly you're a Fing LEGEND. You've left everything on the field and gave us so much joy. Sam, your injury still makes me even more sad cause I KNOW you would have been a force for the national team in midfield. World Class players 👏🏽

This was an interesting video. They are seeing the limitations of their bodies after having played a very physically demanding sport. Their comments about how injuries and father time have caught up with them is very similar to what male athletes have said as they entered the twilight of their careers. Missing the interactions with their teammates is a universal comment that people will always say. Hopefully they will be physically healthy for the next stage of their lives. I wish them well for the walks with loved ones, little ones, pets, to the grocery store, on the beach, etc.

So well done

Watching the TsT tournament made me hopeful for the retired players. You can still be part of a great football experience and have fun with your friends for a week. It's fun, they don't have to stay 90 minutes on the field and so many more advantages. Like come on, next year Sam, Kelley and all their friends should totally be part of team USA or make their own team.

What a beautiful thing that you lived out your dreams even if cut short. I can't imagine how hard this is for both of you to know you have to stop playing. It is such a pleasure to listen to and watch your stories. What lovely supportive friendships you have!

I got my knee replacement last year at 36, waited 15 years with pain after the Marine Corps, I know how you two feel and I hate that this had such a huge impact on your future, but I love you both

This woman is a USWNT legend. I will miss her when she retires. I can really relate to the fear of being young and worried about how your body is going to hold up for the rest of your life. Kelly has done so much on the pitch to-yes, to live out her dream-but also entertain us all. It's horrible to know that it has come at a price for her own body. Same with Sam and so many others. All I can say, as a fan, is that I thank these ladies so much for the sports memories and wish them lots of success in their retirement. I hope they choose to put their bodies first. To get some much-deserved rest from the always-on physical nature of their jobs. And to reflect back and think what an incredible, unique, and (I hope) fulfilling ride it has been in so many aspects. Well done, ladies!!

Always ❤️ the interviews but nothing like Kelley . At least u lived ur dreams I'm a bit older than u guys as I had parents who stopped me from moving on to play collegiately bcz of the environment. To this day miss it and all my opptys I know would have happened. With that said I caught for 25 years so tell me about injuries esp knees and feet...that are hindering my quality of life...always tried to go to the best drs yet no resolve...so hear the tears loud. Bottom line the world is your oyster u can do whater u like

Love me some Kelly O.! Been a fan since Stanford, then our FC Gold Pride, to the USWNT. She basically won a championship in every level including the WPS. One of the best Backs out there. Good luck with your next step in life,Kelly!

Peachtree City 👏

such a great episode!

I’ve grown up watching both of you play for as long as I can remember ❤ this interview had me both laughing and crying. I am sad but I am so grateful that I got to have amazing role models like the two of you. Thank you 😊💕

Hello Sam and Kelly. For others less elite, but recognizing this emotion, lawn bowls can be played into veteran age group and still be in a team. I know it is not football, but it can bring joy back for those who miss that "family" feeling.

Great interview. However, it's more evidence that my ADD and general interest helps me. I've never been addicted to a single thing such as athletes, scientists so many others often do. I understand that you folks have to figure out what to do next, where I'm always just intrigued about what I'm going to find out and do next. Best of luck in your new ventures.

This episode was absolutely amazing!! Thanks Kelly for sharing! And I miss Sam so much on the pitch. But she is SO...DAMN...GOOD with these interviews and love that she has created this space!!!

Ugh... My heart breaks for both Sam and Kelley. Such kickass footballers, and such beautiful, real souls. Such a moving conversation. Thank you, Sam and Kelley.

We love you both so much! Let’s create new teams (as in people coming together to collaborate and rise up together), new visions, new victories for women worldwide. Let’s do this ! Xx