Speaking at an event promoting girls in sports in Los Angeles, Riley opened up about the seriousness of her condition. \u201cEven now, when I don\u2019t know if I\u2019ll ever be able to play football again, that\u2019s the reality of the injury I have now,\u201d she said. \u201cThe lessons I\u2019ve learned, the community that supports me, and where I have honed my skills to do other things that spark joy, I feel like I can still be the best version of myself even if I can\u2019t go out there and play games anymore.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Riley, who has earned over 160 caps for New Zealand, has struggled to play consistently at any level in recent months. The injury, which she described as \u201cfrustrating, confusing, and excruciatingly painful,\u201d has kept her sidelined since her Olympic hopes were dashed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In Riley\u2019s absence, Katie Bowen took over as captain for New Zealand during the Paris Games. However, the Ferns endured a tough tournament, losing all three of their group matches.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Riley, who has earned over 160 caps for New Zealand, has struggled to play consistently at any level in recent months. The injury, which she described as \u201cfrustrating, confusing, and excruciatingly painful,\u201d has kept her sidelined since her Olympic hopes were dashed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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