Crystal Dunn’s retirement left teammates emotional and reflective. Her 12-year international career shaped players from Trinity Rodman and Mallory Swanson to Croix Bethune and Sophia Wilson.

Crystal Dunn, a cornerstone of the USWNT’s most successful era, announced her retirement at 33. A World Cup winner, Olympic gold medalist and NWSL MVP, Dunn steps away after a career defined by versatility, big-game performances and a lasting impact on and off the field. At club level, she starred with the North Carolina Courage, Washington Spirit, Chelsea and other top teams.

From Alex Morgan to Tobin Heath, Sam Mewis to Christen Press and Tobin Heath to Carli Lloyd, GOAL judges the Americans to have played in England

From Women's Champions League winners to those who had fleeting spells, GOAL judges the U.S. stars who have played for France's top two clubs