Heather O'Reilly retired from international football before joining Arsenal having scored 47 goals in 231 games for the USA. New Jersey-born former United States women’s national soccer star Heather O’Reilly has been playing for Arsenal’s women’s team since the start of 2016.
Heather O’Reilly, former star for the U.S. Women’s National Team, is bringing freedom to North London. Arsenal have always shown to be among the top teams in women’s football. Heather O’Reilly (commonly known as “HAO”) last played in the NWSL in 2016 with FC Kansas City.She actually spent two seasons with the club, including the 2015 NWSL championship-winning season, before signing with Arsenal Women in January 2017. She also won the FAWSL Continental Cup in March this year. Heather O'Reilly, who scored 47 goals in 231 appearances for the U.S. national team, has signed an 18-month contract for Arsenal Ladies FC. Heather Ann O'Reilly (born January 2, 1985) is an American former professional soccer player who played as a midfielder. HAO joined the Gunners in early 2017 on an 18 month deal, she made 38 appearances and scored 4 goals in an Arsenal shirt. — Heather O'Reilly (@HeatherOReilly) September 17, 2017. Rex Features via AP Images Heather O'Reilly's name has been engraved in the American soccer history books ever since she made her U.S. women's national team debut as a high schooler in 2002. Former USWNTer Heather O’Reilly talks about ‘dream’ move to Arsenal and the future of NWSL Aaron West @ayyy_west Jan 20, 2017 at 12:11p ET “This is a personal and professional opportunity that I could not pass up,” said O’Reilly.
Heather O’Reilly spent 18 months playing for the women’s team of English soccer powerhouse Arsenal.

Heather O'Reilly retired from international football before joining Arsenal having scored 47 goals in 231 games for the USA. O’Reilly has spent the past two seasons with the Courage, having previously played for Arsenal, FC Kansas City, Sky Blue FC and the Boston Breakers. There is no reason why Arsenal shouldn’t at least contend for top spot, and a much coveted Champions League berth.

Olympic Gold medals. She retired from the U.S. women’s national team in 2016, playing her last match on Sept. 15, 2016 — nearly three years ago to the day of her club celebration. Meet Community Connector Heather O'Reilly with Arsenal Ladies FC By Scott Sharpe. Reporter Glen Crooks says O’Reilly is set to join Arsenal this spring.. O’Reilly had an illustrious international career with U.S. Soccer, receiving over 200 caps and winning the 2015 Women’s World Cup as well as three(!) Heather O’Reilly won three Olympic gold medals and the 2015 World Cup over a 15-year career.