I usually eat a salad for lunch and before a game since it keeps me feeling healthy and energized on the field. I love piling on the toppings: the more colorful the better! I usually do nuts, fruit and avocado, but I also mix up my creations with different toppings and lettuces. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
I don’t put on makeup when I’m getting ready for a game, because why would I? I am gearing up for battle. How is mascara or eyeliner going to help me win? Carli Lloyd Read Quote
In men’s sports, people criticize coaches and managers all the time, call out teammates, too, and it’s not that huge of a deal. Often, the guy speaking out is even lauded for having the courage to tell the truth. When it happens in women’s sports, though, it always seems to be viewed as a nasty, claws-out cat fight. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
I think that what we do out on the field is oftentimes a little bit better than what men do. I don’t think that we flop around as much. I think we’re tough. I mean, I’ve got battle wounds on my legs from the turf and sliding. And we’re gritty. And we’re feisty. And I think that I would never back down from a guy. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
Getting recognized and doing shoots and signing on partnerships and signing on deals, that’s all great, and I’m so appreciative of that, but it’s more the reward that’s the most satisfying. I know the importance of working hard, and I appreciate pretty much everything that has come my way; I don’t take any of it for granted. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
Winning the World Cup was a dream come true after so many years of wanting something so bad. After that final whistle, I dropped to the ground on my knees and got emotional. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
I don’t think anyone would say that the women on the United States national team are not great role models and ambassadors. Everywhere we go, we connect with fans, sign autographs, and represent our sport and federation with class. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
If I’ve learned anything in my career, it’s that nothing worthwhile in life comes easy. That’s just the way it is. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
To be among the world’s greatest athletes and compete for Team U.S.A. while knowing that the entire world is watching is something that athletes dream about. To be able to experience that was truly special. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
I had one girl tell me last night that I’m the greatest thing ever, that she wants to aspire to be me. Just stuff like, ‘You’re my idol. I love you.’ It’s awesome. It’s what it’s all about. Carli Lloyd Read Quote
