USWNT legend Julie Ertz retires after decorated career
- Ertz won two Women's World Cup titles with the USWNT in 2015 and 2019.
- She took a break from soccer after the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 to give birth to her first child.
- Ertz returned to play in the 2023 World Cup before announcing her retirement.
- She cited wanting to spend more time with family as a reason for retiring.
- Ertz had an accomplished club career with Chicago Red Stars and Angel City FC.