Abby Wambach is a retired American soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female athletes in the sport's history. She played as a forward for the U.S. Women's National Team from 2001 to 2015, scoring 184 goals in 255 appearances. Wambach is known for her powerful headers and exceptional goal-scoring ability. Throughout her career, Wambach won numerous accolades, including two Olympic gold medals in 2004 and 2012, and the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2015. She was awarded the FIFA World Player of the Year in 2012 and is celebrated for her contributions to women's soccer and advocacy for gender equality in sports.