December 16, 2000

Captain Carla Overbeck says goodbye as United States tie Japan 1-1

Game Report

U.S. Capatain Carla Overbeck retires from international soccer after 13 years leading the USA to three world titles. Overbeck finishes her career with 168 games played, fifth most all-time.

Carla Overbeck

"It was an amazing last five years. These players I've played with over my career are just wonderful people and I don't think there will ever be another team like this. I wish my son was a little bit older so he could know what this team has done, but I think I'll enjoy telling him about it.

I want to say thanks so much to the fans who have supported us over the years, Obviously, everyone was a little disappointed with the result in Australia, but these are just the best fans in the world and I'll be joining them in the stands soon. It's going to be sad leaving this team, but I am looking forward to playing against these guys in the WUSA. It's over, but it's not over. I'm certainly going to stay in the game. We've had a great run with the national team over the last few years, and I'll miss the camaraderie and closeness of this team."

Overbeck will play professionally with the Carolina Tempest of WUSA..