Women's Soccer: The Untold Story

The U.S. Women's National Soccer Team has long stood as one of the most decorated, groundbreaking, and outspoken teams in women's sports. In the summer of 2019, this team cemented their status further, sweeping the field and decisively winning their fourth World Cup title. However, as Caitlin Murray explores in her comprehensive history "The National Team," their story extends far beyond just triumph on the pitch.

From the team's foundation in the 1980s to their recent World Cup glory, these women have faced numerous challenges off the field - challenges that include sexism, striking inequality, low pay, poor playing conditions, and limited professional league opportunities. Through nearly 100 exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and team officials, including icons like Alex Morgan, Carli Lloyd, Hope Solo, and Brandi Chastain, Murray takes readers deep into the locker rooms and boardrooms to unveil the full portrait of this beloved and revolutionary squad.

Tracing the team's endurance and determination over the decades, "The National Team" is a story of perseverance in the face of systematic obstacles. Despite their on-field dominance, the U.S. Women's National Team has had to continually fight for better treatment, compensation, and respect from the men who oversee the sport. This book sheds new light on the team's major tournaments while revealing the fascinating behind-the-scenes details of their decades-long battle for equality.

As praised by soccer luminaries like Alexi Lalas, Landon Donovan, and Roger Bennett, "The National Team" is the definitive telling of this iconic squad's journey. It is an inspiring tale that not only chronicles their athletic triumphs, but also underscores the enormous sacrifices and ongoing fight for justice that have underpinned the team's success. In the end, Murray's work cements the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team's status as one of the greatest collectives the United States has ever produced.

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