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5. The iconic Megan Rapinoe
While Megan Rapinoe isn't exactly a record-breaker or topping all-time scoring charts, her influence on and off the field is unmatched. Known for her leadership, confidence, and flair, Rapinoe became a global symbol of both excellence in the sport and activism off of it. On the pitch, she delivered when it mattered most. Rapinoe won the Golden Boot and Golden Ball at the 2019 World Cup, leading the USWNT to glory. That same year, she also claimed both the Ballon d’Or and FIFA Best Women’s Player awards. With 63 goals and 73 assists in her USWNT career, her legacy goes far beyond numbers. Rapinoe used her platform to champion equality, representation, and courage and proved that true greatness is about impact as much as achievement.
4. Alex Morgan - The modern superstar
Few players have carried the torch of US soccer into the modern era quite like Alex Morgan. In her prime, she was one of the fastest, most clinical, and composed. It was no surprise that Morgan became the face of the USWNT for over a decade. She made her World Cup debut in 2011 and quickly became a global star. In 2012, she recorded 28 goals and 21 assists, which was one of the best single-year outputs in team history and helped the U.S. win Olympic gold. By the time she retired in 2024, Morgan had scored 123 goals and provided 53 assists in 224 appearances. A two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, Morgan was the epitome of athleticism with charisma, becoming one of the most recognizable figures in global sport. She ensured the USWNT remained a global powerhouse well into a new generation.
3. Carli Lloyd - USWNT's big-game hero
If there’s one player who thrived when the stakes were highest, it’s Carli Lloyd. Her unforgettable hat-trick in the 2015 World Cup final, which included a 55-yard goal, remains one of the USWNT's most iconic moments in the competition. Across her 16-year career, Lloyd earned 316 caps, scored 134 goals, and registered 64 assists. She played in four World Cups and four Olympic Games, winning two gold medals and two World Cup titles. Lloyd’s mentality was her defining strength. She was relentless, driven and unshakable under pressure. She was the golden standard in a side that then dominated the women's sport.
2. Mia Hamm: USWNT's pioneer
Before women’s football became a global powerhouse, Mia Hamm made it matter. She was the face of the USWNT’s rise and inspired an entire generation to play the game. Hamm’s record stands at 158 international goals, 144 assists, two World Cups (1991, 1999), and two Olympic gold medals (1996, 2004). She was also a two-time FIFA World Player of the Year and named the US Women's Soccer Athlete of the Year five times in a row. Her perfect mix of skill, creativity, and consistency made her nearly unstoppable in her prime. Beyond the field, Hamm’s legacy shaped the future of women’s sports, laying the foundation for every US star that followed. She called time on her illustrious USWNT career in 2004.
1. Abby Wambach - The ultimate goalscorer
When it comes to pure finishing ability, no one in USWNT's history compares to Abby Wambach. With 184 goals in 255 appearances, she remains the all-time leading scorer for the USWNT, cementing her place among football’s legends. Wambach’s greatness came in moments, be it her soaring headers, last-minute winners, and leadership that inspired teammates. She scored 22 goals in major tournaments, won two Olympic gold medals, the 2012 FIFA World Player of the Year, and capped her career with a World Cup triumph in 2015. She was the definition of a leader and competitor. Every time her side needed a goal, Wambach delivered. Her combination of dominance, drive, and determination places her at the very top of the list of greatest USWNT players of all time.
A lasting legacy
The USWNT’s dominance didn’t happen by chance. Rather, it was built by generations of extraordinary players who defined what it means to be the best in the sport. From Wambach’s record-breaking headers to Hamm’s pioneering brilliance and from Lloyd’s clutch goals to Morgan’s modern stardom and Rapinoe’s fearless leadership, each icon left the team stronger than they found it. As the next generation rises, led by players like Sophia Smith and Trinity Rodman, these legendary stars remain the foundation on which American women’s soccer continues to thrive.