American · Selma, USA · Born 17 March 1972American soccer forward who became the face of women's soccer, winning two World Cups and two Olympic golds while scoring 158 international goals.
Mia Hamm was the face of women's football in the United States through the 1990s, winning World Cups in 1991 and 1999 and Olympic gold in 1996 and 2004. At the time of her retirement in 2004, her 158 international goals were the most scored by any player, male or female, in the history of the sport, a record that stood for years and helped establish women's soccer as a mainstream sport in America. She was twice named FIFA World Player of the Year, in 2001 and 2002.
Held the record for most international goals scored (158) until 2013
How They Played
Versatile forward with exceptional pace, clinical finishing, and intelligent movement
Lasting Impact
Pioneered women's soccer in America and became the sport's first global female superstar
Career Honours
- FIFA World Cup Winner 1991, 1999
- Olympic Gold 1996, 2004
- FIFA World Player of the Year 2001, 2002
- FIFA World Cup 1991
- FIFA World Cup 1999
- Olympic Gold 1996
- Olympic Gold 2004
- FIFA World Player of the Year 2001
- FIFA World Player of the Year 2002
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Freedom | 2001–2003 | — |
 USA | — | 276 |
American Athletes