Carli Lloyd

Carli Lloyd is an American professional footballer, born on July 16, 1982, in Delran, New Jersey. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest female footballers of all time. Lloyd began her professional career with the Chicago Red Stars in the Women's Professional Soccer (WPS) before moving to various clubs in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and abroad. She is known for her incredible speed, strength, goal-scoring ability, and versatility. She has won numerous individual awards, including two FIFA Women's Player of the Year titles.

Off the field, Lloyd is also recognized for her philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Chicago Red Stars

• Early Career: Lloyd began her professional career with the Chicago Red Stars in the Women's Professional Soccer (WPS).

Atlanta Beat

• Continued Success: After the Red Stars, Lloyd moved to the Atlanta Beat where she continued to impress with her midfield performances.

Western New York Flash

• Winning Streak: Lloyd joined the Western New York Flash in 2013, helping the team reach the NWSL Championship final.

Houston Dash

• Prime Years: Lloyd played for Houston Dash from 2015 to 2017, during which she received her second FIFA Women's Player of the Year award.

Manchester City

• European Stint: Lloyd had a brief but successful stint with Manchester City in England's Women's Super League in 2017, winning the FA Cup.

Sky Blue FC

• Return to NWSL: Lloyd returned to the NWSL with Sky Blue FC from 2018 to 2020.

NJ/NY Gotham FC

• Later Career: In 2021, Lloyd continued her career with NJ/NY Gotham FC, continuing to be a key player into her late thirties.

US Women's National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for the USWNT in 2005.

Achievements:

• FIFA Women's World Cup: Winner in 2015 and 2019.
• Olympic Gold Medals: Winner in 2008 and 2012.
• Lloyd is one of the highest-scoring midfielders in the history of the USWNT.

• Position: Primarily a midfielder, but also excels as a forward.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, goal-scoring ability, and versatility. Lloyd is celebrated for her powerful shots and ability to perform under pressure.

• Family: Lloyd is married to Brian Hollins, a golf pro.
• Philanthropy: Lloyd is involved in various charitable activities and has made significant contributions to youth soccer programs and other charitable causes.

• Carli Lloyd is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her tenacity, determination, and longevity in professional football. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Goals in a Single Olympic Women's Football Tournament:

• 6 goals in 2008 Beijing Olympics

Most Goals in FIFA Women's World Cup Finals:

• 3 goals in 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final

Most Appearances and Goals for the USWNT:

• One of the highest-scoring midfielders and most capped players

Books

• Lloyd, C., & Coffey, W. (2016) When Nobody Was Watching: My Hard-Fought Journey to the Top of the Soccer World. New York: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Carli Lloyd’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• U.S. Soccer: Details about Lloyd’s career with the USWNT. Available at: https://www.ussoccer.com
• NWSL: Official site with updates on Lloyd’s performance and records in the NWSL. Available at: https://www.nwslsoccer.com

Articles

• ESPN: Carli Lloyd: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/191283/carli-lloyd
• The Guardian: Carli Lloyd’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/carli-lloyd

Interviews and Documentaries

• Carli Lloyd: Every Single Step (2020): Directed by Lauren Stowell & Timothy Kane. This documentary provides a detailed look at Lloyd’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Carli Lloyd, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com