On Sunday, August 30th, Megan Rapinoe played her final home match for the OL Reign in Tacoma, Washington. Rapinoe, who has been with the Reign since 2013, is one of the most decorated players in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). She is a two-time World Cup champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and four-time NWSL champion.
The Reign had announced that the match was going to be Rapinoe’s final home game and that tickets would be available to the public. The response was overwhelming, with the Reign selling out of tickets within minutes of them becoming available. This was a huge increase from the usual attendance numbers for the Reign, which usually average around 2,000 fans.
The match was a special one for Rapinoe and her fans, as she was honored with a pre-game ceremony. The ceremony included a video tribute to Rapinoe’s career, as well as a presentation of a framed jersey from the Reign. Rapinoe also received a standing ovation from the crowd as she walked onto the field for her final home match.
The match itself was a thrilling one, with the Reign coming out on top with a 3-2 victory. Rapinoe scored the game-winning goal in the 87th minute, capping off an incredible performance. After the match, Rapinoe thanked her fans for their support over the years and said that it was an honor to play her final home match in front of them.
The increased ticket sales for Rapinoe’s final home match show just how much she means to her fans and to the NWSL. Her accomplishments on the field have been remarkable and she has been an inspiration to many young female soccer players. Rapinoe’s final home match was a fitting end to her time with the Reign and it will be remembered for years to come.
