Wales legend Jess Fishlock faces an uncertain future as Seattle Reign take on Orlando Pride in a crucial NWSL playoff qualifier. The 39-year-old, who has spent 14 seasons with the club, may be playing her final match. A win would secure an eighth playoff berth and keep her career alive for at least one more round.
Reign, sitting third in the race for the final spot, face a must-win scenario against Orlando, while rivals NC Courage and Denver Summit play each other. Fishlock, undeterred by the pressure, says she is focused solely on the game. "I've been in this league long enough to understand how this works," she said. The club is honouring her legacy with commemorative events, including a photo booth and special merchandise, as family members travel from Wales to witness what could be her farewell.
Fishlock, who bounced back from a serious injury to finish on her own terms, is one of the NWSL’s most iconic figures and the last original Reign star to retire, following Megan Rapinoe and Lauren Barnes.
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