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I never felt the same passion for the game in the States and there were a lot of headaches, a lot of obstacles to overcome - it didn't just run itself for the love of the game because soccer is not the No. 1 sport as it is in Europe.

Hope Solo

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Hope Solo
Age: 43
Born: 1981
Born: July 30
Association Football Player
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Hope Amelia Solo
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I think people have different definitions of team unity. My definition is doing whatever it takes to win, what makes a great team it's performance on the field, respect on the field.
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You're always going to survive the pain of loss. I can live with that confidence inside of me.
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