Hey Alyssa | The Players' Tribune
"As a parent, I would think that I was here to teach you about life, but honey, you have taught me so much more than you will ever know."
Alyssa Thompson's mom shares a message with her daughter as the USWNT forward makes her World Cup debut.
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This story was originally published May 26, 2026 at 6:06 AM.