"I want to be remembered" | Ali Krieger's 2023 NWSL Championship Final interview

Ali Krieger sits down with Rog to discuss her storied career with the USWNT, the now defunct W league, and NWSL. Ali will be taking on one of her best friends Megan Rapinoe in the final that will mark the end of two legendary careers.
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[@mweitz1213]

Oh girl we are gonna remember you.

[@adventuresofbct8612]

I have been a fan of Ali since she started her professional career and I have had the honor and pleasure of meeting Ali not just once but twice. I tried to meet her several times but was never able to until Aug 2023 when they played Wave FC and the other this weekend after the championship game. I was lucky enough to be able to talk with her for a few minutes both times and she is just an absolutely wonderful person with such a special and beautiful and precious soul. She's an absolute gem. Despite all she has had to endure in her career, all she has had to overcome, and for what she is having to navigate through at the moment she was so incredibly kind to me. I was so appreciative that she gave me her time, she took a picture with me both times and she makes you feel so seen and like your time is important and she so appreciates those who support women's soccer. I am so happy she got her championship and could go out in style and be sent off to her retirement with all the love and support and celebration she so deserves. She truly is something so special and has left this game and women's soccer in such a better place and she has left a huge impact and she will be deeply missed. Ali Krieger, THANK YOU SO MUCH for everything. 💙💙💙

[@meninblazers]

That’s lovely to hear!

[@adventuresofbct8612]

☺️

[@lifeisbeautifulbehappy4123]

We always remember you superhero, Ali krieger ❤❤❤

[@erwin_888]

when i started following the career of Christen Press, years ago, staying up at night here in The Netherlands to watch the games, Ali Krieger quickly hit my eye.. somehow she flies into peoples hearts with her play, resilience and mentality, and with her off-field behaviour... Can't find the English words to express myself but hey... A big thanks Ali, have a good final, and a great life with Ashlyn and your other loved ones...

[@euphoria477]

Agree, but unfortunately, Ash and Ali split up and are getting divorced.

[@braydondungan1675]

Love this so much but oooooh do we have some tea to fill you in on

[@karisalmon3234]

This woman is poise and grace❣️ Congrats to Ali. It’s bitter sweet but can’t wait to see her final game today ❤️ Wishing her all the best.

[@euphoria477]

Great player and human. Hope you win the final. All the best to you going forward.

[@bluecalix]

Kriegs has been a long time favorite of mine. She's been and done it all, including pushing the game we love forward. The kind of energy you just can't help but be drawn to. Congrats! #OOSA

[@meninblazers]

We were certainly drawn to her energy in this conversation. Such a lovely and inspiring guest.

[@barbieguevara1483]

I remember her been defending with the national team on the world cup 2019, and i thought, men, i need someone like her un my life.

[@meninblazers]

We all could use a little more Ali

[@TracyP76]

Great interview. So very happy for you Ali! You are not only an amazing player but an Amazing person! Great ending to your very special career keep your head held high and keep lovin on them babies! ❤

[@karinmiletich5083]

Ali Krieger war eine super Fussballspielerin. Ich hoffe, Sie bleibt dem Fussball treu und übernimmt in Zukunft einen Trainerposten. Ich wünsche Ihr alles nur erdenklich gute für die Zukunft.

[@meninblazers]

She would make an amazing coach.

[@jeaniekim9951]

This woman! 🙌👏🙌👏🙌👏 Great interview, thank you! ❤😊

[@meninblazers]

Our pleasure!

[@brookenom]

What a nice interview!

[@RiverRokz]

When Vlatko did not pick Ali and Ashely for Olympics > i said he would rue the day, and he did. It was not a a given but if you watch Ashley play goalie on her club team that year, she was the best in the league, def in the top two, and Ali was (is) one of the best defenders in the world, it was a mistake on his part, big time! I was so heart broken, I am sure they both were as well. So happy she/Gothum is in the final! I love both teams

[@AlphabetCookie]

She's amazing

[@innaminute523]

So happy for Ali that she got her fairytale in NY

[@vanessawyndham8791]

Such a class act. Leader, great teammate and all around terrific person.

[@meninblazers]

Preach

[@michaelevans1640]

Beautiful woman inside and out...

[@cantrememberchit9736]

❤ love her

[@williamstearns6687]

I'm so proud of this dynamic woman. Jill Ellis tried to ruin it for her 2019 WC but Ali prevailed. 👏👏👏👍💯😁

[@paulycatz]

GO BATS!

[@micheleminer9499]

Chelsea are looking for a coach.🤫

[@SaintsGirl59]

Ali needs to stay within the NWSL to help continue to grow the league. Loved every interview she has done doing these last few months. Positive vibrant individual. Go Bats.

[@meninblazers]

👀

[@Lindasmith-dy9ho]

Ali I hope your team wins the championship tonight against old reign. I love you you are beautiful caring and lovable. I hope and pray that everything gets better when you retire and wish you best wishes . find someone who loves you not lies or cheats on you. Wish you all the best in future. Love you

[@meninblazers]

🤞

[@Lindasmith-dy9ho]

Go out there and win tonight against ol reign