Carli Lloyd, USWNT star and two-time World Cup winner, announces retirement

Carli Lloyd, a star with the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, announced her retirement on Monday, ending her storied career as one of the most dominant players in her sport. Lloyd, 39, won two World Cups and was the second-most capped player in world soccer history.

"I would like to thank U.S. Soccer for helping to provide the opportunities and memories that will last a lifetime. I am forever grateful to have represented the crest and to be able to play for my country for the last 17 years," Lloyd said in a statement. "I will continue to support and cheer this team on and continue to find ways to help grow the game and inspire the next generation. To end my career knowing my family was able to be by my side and share this last chapter with me could not have been any more special," she added.