Seattle Reign FC midfielder Jess Fishlock's 14-year NWSL career ended on Sunday following a 1-0 quarterfinal loss to Gotham FC. Fishlock, the only player to remain with the same team since the league's 2013 inception, announced her retirement earlier this year. She helped Seattle win three NWSL Shields and reach three Championship matches as runners-up.
Despite the season-ending defeat, Fishlock expressed pride in her team, stating she has "nothing but joy and happiness" about her career's conclusion. The match's only goal came from Jordyn Bugg's own goal four minutes in. Fishlock, the 2021 NWSL MVP, played 75 minutes before exiting due to a tweaked hamstring.
Seattle Reign head coach Laura Harvey praised Fishlock's dedication to the sport, noting their relationship remains centered on football. Fishlock finished her tenure as one of only three active players from the NWSL's inaugural season.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing