Becky Sauerbrunn, the former captain of the U.S. Women’s National Team and a two-time World Cup champion, has announced her retirement from professional soccer after an illustrious 16-year career. The St. Louis native, recognized for her defensive prowess and leadership on the field, has been a significant figure in women’s soccer, winning two World Cups and an Olympic gold medal. Sauerbrunn leaves behind a legacy as one of the greats in the sport, celebrated for her contributions both at the club level with Portland Thorns FC and on the national stage.