USWNT fullback Gisele Thompson joins host Meghan Klingenberg on the U.S. Soccer Podcast to talk about her journey with the U.S. Women's National Team, growing up alongside sister Alyssa Thompson and chasing her dream of playing in the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

The young Angel City FC defender reflects on playing with boys as a kid, modeling her game after USWNT legend Crystal Dunn and learning to adapt to play different positions. She also shares what it’s like to compete with Alyssa, make history as a young Nike NIL athlete and prepare for the demands of international soccer.

Which USWNT legend would Gisele love to ask for advice? Listen to find out!

Chapters:

00:00 – Meet Gisele Thompson 01:48 – Why did Gisele choose soccer? 06:34 – What it's like being Alyssa Thompson’s sister 12:04 – Which USWNT players inspired her? 16:31 – Preparing for World Cup Qualifying 20:28 – Chasing her World Cup dream 22:00 – Life beyond soccer 26:34 – The USWNT legend she'd like to get advice from 28:15 – Ask the Pros

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