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“Almost Got You”: Megan Rapinoe’s Awkward Question to Young Fan Goes Viral From USWNT VS Nigeria Match

Published 09/04/2022, 12:45 PM EDT

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Megan Rapinoe is not just a star soccer player, but also an inspiration for many. She never stepped back when it came to protesting against the wrongs. Megan’s activism even helped the US Women’s National Team attain equal pay. Apart from this, her talent and skills in the sport got her the Golden Boot and the Golden Ball in the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. 

Megan’s relationship with fans and well-wishers has always been smooth and sweet. Given that, the athlete spoke to a young fan before a friendly match with Nigeria on September 3rd. 

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Megan Rapinoe had fun with a young fan

Megan’s team recently had a face-off with team Nigeria. The US women’s soccer team gave a tough time to their opponent and won the match, 4-0. Both teams are preparing for the next World Cup that will be held next year. 

Meanwhile, just before the match started, Megan was captured doing stretching. That is when she noticed a little girl with her father waiting for the game to start. 

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Megan started the conversation by saying, “Who are you most excited to watch?

The fact that soccer icon Megan Rapinoe was talking to her left her star-struck. Her father then asked her to say “you”, pointing his fingers toward the legend. Only after that, the little fan replied. 

Almost got you,” said Megan before leaving her fan with a smile. 

Fans already got a see a glimpse of next summer’s World Cup. The two teams will have another battle next week. The US team has already bagged a total of four World Cup titles up till now and will hopefully keep the good game going. 

Megan talks about quitting

Megan’s struggle for equal pay, women’s rights, and undoubtedly the White House controversy, didn’t fail to hit the highlights. Her bold persona that never accepts anything less than she deserves is what makes her more special in her fans’ eyes.

Not long ago, the athlete uploaded a reel where she talked about quitting. Sometimes quitting can be the right choice, when your reason is ‘you’. 

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I’ve quit a lot throughout my life. I’ve quit so much, I’ve become a pro quitter,” said the soccer player. “Quit being silent on women’s rights, I quit being paid less than I work, I literally quit the White House. Remember that?

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According to Megan, anything that is not fulfilling you should not be in your life. Quitting is the only option in such cases for her.

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Rimjhim Dey

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Rimjhim Dey is a US Sports author for EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and is also a biology aficionado. Interested in it since childhood, Rimjhim believes her passion for writing runs through her veins.
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Rupak Kumar Jha