Christen Press announced on Instagram she will "take a couple of months away from the game to focus on my mental health, spiritual growth, and processing grief."
The USWNT star, who has been a professional soccer player for a decade, left Manchester United in June and became the first player to sign with NWSL expansion franchise Angel City FC in August.
“And I’m very proud of the fact that I’ve been available for nearly every professional match for both club and country" Press said, in part. "And yet, that has come with a focus, intensity, and prioritization that has left little room for much else.