Wales legend Jess Fishlock is set to play her potentially final match for Seattle Reign in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) play-offs. The 39-year-old midfielder has been a key player for the team since 2013, winning three NWSL Shields and being named the league's Most Valuable Player in 2021. Fishlock has never won the NWSL play-offs, but a win against Orlando Pride on Sunday would extend her glittering club career and offer the chance to bow out in style. The team's management has planned several activities to honour the veteran midfielder, including a commemorative photo booth and dedicated merchandise. Several members of Fishlock's family have flown out to the Pacific Northwest to support her, and the team is expecting a crowd of 16,000 at Lumen Field. Fishlock is focused on the match itself, but is also grateful for the outpouring of support from the team and fans. After the match, Fishlock will retire from professional soccer, bringing an end to a 14-season stint with Seattle Reign. She is one of the most recognisable figures in the league and has been vocal about her Welsh pride. Her retirement will also mark the end of an era for the team, as she is the last of the club's original three stars to step away. Fishlock has a new role lined up as part of Rhian Wilkinson's coaching staff for Wales' World Cup play-off final against Norway. She will return to her home country more frequently after hanging up her boots, and is excited to support the national team in their upcoming match.
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Fishlock out to keep career alive in NWSL play-offs
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