Why did Carli Lloyd switch her jersey?

The 39-year-old Lloyd walked off the field for the final time during a 65th-minute substitution, removing her "Lloyd" No. 10 jersey and revealing another that featured her married name "Hollins," a gesture intended to recognize her husband's support and mark the next chapter of her life.
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Why did Carli wear a Hollins jersey?

Hollins is actually the surname of her husband, Brian Hollins, while the 316 refers to the number of games she played for the US Women's National Soccer Team. “Minnesota, you could not have given me a better atmosphere for one last game,” Carli addressed the crowd. “Thank you to everybody who came out.
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What jersey did Carli Lloyd wear?

Carli Lloyd will play one final game with the USWNT on Tuesday against South Korea as the national team says goodbye to one of its greatest ever players. Lloyd — as has been the case since 2008 — will wear the No. 10 on her jersey for her sendoff.
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Why did Carli Lloyd have a falling out with her family?

Her family felt that James had come between them, and ultimately led her to be socially ostracized. In the book, Carli said that her father through her out of the house in 2008, and that battle ultimately meant that she wasn't even invited to her sister's wedding.
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Why did Carli Lloyd change her last name?

Carli Lloyd married her high school sweetheart, Brian Hollins, in 2016. For simplicity's sake, Lloyd kept her maiden name for her business identity. After all, Lloyd had built a well-known brand as one of the world's top soccer players.
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What does Hollins mean on Lloyds jersey?

The soccer star walked off to a standing ovation in the 66th minute of the USWNT's 6-0 win over South Korea at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota, and took off her jersey with "Lloyd" on the back to reveal one with "Hollins" on the back. Hollins is the last name of her husband of five years, Brian Hollins.
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What does caps mean in soccer?

In soccer, a cap is the term used to describe how many international matches a player has partaken in. For example, Tim Howard of Team USA earned his 100th cap against Nigeria on June 8.
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What age do you have to retire in soccer?

Once players decide to calling time on their illustrious professional careers, they usually retire from the game. The average age of retirement for soccer players stands at 35 years old, with the longevity of a typical career spanning a period of 8 years.
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Why didn't Carli Lloyd speak to her parents?

After undergoing the first surgery of her career last year and having a schedule cleared of all obligations, she had time to reflect on a rift with her family that had stretched past a decade. If the Olympics went off as planned last year, they might still be estranged to this day.
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Does Carli Lloyd have a dog?

No Pets (Carli Lloyd)

Carli Lloyd does not have any reported pets.
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Who gave Carli Lloyd the number 10?

Horan said that Lloyd presented her with a No. 10 USWNT jersey with her name on it in the pregame meeting and, filled with emotion over the gesture, she cried “about seven times.” The coveted No.
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Why is Lindsey number 10?

Lindsey Horan Set To Wear Number 10 Following Carli Lloyd's Retirement From The U.S. Soccer Team. The Carli Lloyd era of the U.S. Soccer Team came to an end October 26th when she played in her 316th and final match in a U.S. Soccer uniform against South Korea which the U.S. won 6-0.
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Who is Hollins #10 soccer?

Carli Anne Hollins (née Lloyd; born July 16, 1982) is a former American professional soccer player. She is a two-time Olympic gold medalist (2008 and 2012), two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion (2015 and 2019), two-time FIFA Player of the Year (2015 and 2016), and a four-time Olympian (2008, 2012, 2016 and 2021).
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Who is the oldest goalkeeper?

1. Robert Carmona. The title of the oldest footballer still active belongs to Robert Carmona.
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Who is the oldest footballer?

The same can be said of former Japan international Kazuyoshi Miura, another consummate professional, who at 55 is still playing in the lower tiers of Japanese football. However, over in Uruguay, Robert Carmona can boast being the oldest player in football history.
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At what age will Ronaldo retire?

Cristiano Ronaldo will RETIRE before the age of 40, claims Bayern Munich great Ze Roberto, even despite the fact the Manchester United talisman himself said he has 'four or five more' years left in him playing at the top level.
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What are 4 goals called in soccer?

What are four goals called in soccer? While lots of people are familiar with the term 'hat-trick,' the term 'haul' is far less commonly known. When someone scores four goals in the same soccer match, they are said to have completed a goalscoring haul.
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What is a Darby in soccer?

The most competitive matches in the Premier League are often 'Derby' matches. A 'derby' is a match between local rivals. i.e. teams that are from the same city or the same part of the country. These local games have a special place in the hearts of fans and players.
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Who scored 100 international goals?

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo holds the record with 117 international goals. Ali Daei of Iran was the first player to reach 100 goals in international football, having scored 109 in his career.
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Was Carli Lloyd's parents at her wedding?

Her parents were not invited to her wedding; she didn't attend her sister's. She was not immediately told of her father's heart surgery.
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