Abby Wambach joins ESPN as TV analyst, podcast host

Retired U.S. soccer star Abby Wambach is joining ESPN as an analyst and a contributor. Wambach, who is the leading goal scorer of all time, will cover the European Championships in France and the Rio Olympics in August.

But her role won't be limited to soccer: She'll work across multiple platforms including ESPN Films and shows including "Outside the Lines," according to the network. Wambach also will produce a podcast, "Fearless Conversation with Abby Wambach," in which she'll take on topical issues, including comments she made regarding foreign-born players on the men's U.S. national team.

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Wambach, the FIFA World Player of the year in 2012, scored 184 career goals, more than any other player, male or female.

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ESPN says @AbbyWambach is going to follow the path of Julie Foudy. Won't be soccer-specific. Wants to branch into reporting/commentating.
— Richard Deitsch (@richarddeitsch) May 4, 2016

“My soccer career has provided me with a lot of different experiences that brings more than Xs and Os to the table,” Wambach said in a statement. “I’m excited to join ESPN and to have the opportunity to tell stories that transcend soccer.”

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She retired in December after 15 years with the U.S. women's national team.

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