Sophia Smith

Sophia Smith, an Olympic gold medalist and U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year, has established herself as a prominent figure in professional soccer and for the USWNT. Her career commenced with significant early achievements, earning her first Senior National Team call-up in 2017. Smith showcased her talent at the youth level, playing in all three matches at the 2016 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and later scoring three goals and adding one assist for the USA at the 2018 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

Concurrently, she led Portland Thorns FC to the 2022 NWSL Championship, where her exceptional play earned her the title of MVP of the Championship Game. Her outstanding performance culminated in receiving the prestigious 2022 BioSteel U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year award, making her only the fifth player to win both the U.S. Soccer Young and Senior Player of the Year awards, having previously secured the Young Female Player of the Year in 2017.

Internationally, she scored twice at the 2022 Concacaf W Championship, pivotal in helping the USA qualify for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup and the 2024 Summer Olympics. Sophia Smith has continued to achieve significant milestones at both club and international levels, further solidifying her status as a top-tier athlete. Her recent accomplishments include securing an Olympic Gold Medal in 2024, a testament to her ongoing elite performance and impact on the global stage. As a key forward for both Portland Thorns FC and the USWNT, Smith consistently delivers high-impact results, making her a highly sought-after talent in professional soccer.