USWNT star Sophia Smith makes Arsenal legend Alex Scott's EA FC Team of the Year Best XI!
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Smith a nominee for EA FC TOTY votingScott names her in Best XIUSWNT star grateful for inclusionWHAT HAPPENED?
On the CBS Sports Soccer show , Smith was a guest Friday and was shown a clip of Scott naming her to the XI alongside her co-hosts Micah Richards, Jamie Carragher and Kate Abdo. Richards responded hilariously, saying "Finally, an American" with a chuckle of laughter from the entire crew. The Arsenal legend labeled the USWNT star as a 'young and exciting talent.'
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Flattered by the inclusion, Smith said she does not take the accolade 'lightly' and is very proud of her achievements.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Smith was one of the top performing USWNT players this calendar year, despite the national team crashing out of the 2023 World Cup in disappointing fashion. She scored 11 goals and added five assists for the Thorns during the regular season campaign, and during the World Cup, nabbed two goals and an assist as well.
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The 2024 NWSL season does not get underway until March this year, so it will be at least two months until Smith takes the pitch in competitive fashion for her club. However, the 2024 NWSL Draft is Friday evening, and the Thorns and Smith could see a new teammate or two walk in the doors via selection.






