Julie Ertz: 5 things about the American football star playing in the Women's World Cup

See the gallery Julie Ertz is a professional soccer player who is currently on the United States women's soccer team. The athlete also plays for Angel City FC of the National Women's Soccer League. Most recently, Julie will return to compete in the Women's World Cup on July 21, 2023, just 10 months after giving birth to her first child.

"It was a battle, until the last second," said Julie Ertz, 31, speaking to Fox Sports after the United States Women's National Team win over Spain on June 24, 2019. It was a hard-fought win that was a more physical game than many observers expected, leading some fans to s ask about Julie's status. She missed USA's last game in the group round with a hip bruise, but came back in time to help the USA beat Spain 2-1. The Americans secured a spot in the 2019 FI...