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Julie Ertz’s role with the USWNT has never been greater - and neither has her talent

U.S. women’s soccer team coach Vlatko Andonovski recently said Ertz “might be the most important player on this squad.”

Julie Ertz (8) slides to block a pass by England's Kiera Walsh during last Thursday's game in Orlando, which was Ertz's 100th U.S. national team appearance.
Julie Ertz (8) slides to block a pass by England's Kiera Walsh during last Thursday's game in Orlando, which was Ertz's 100th U.S. national team appearance.Read moreJohn Raoux / AP