The U.S. goalkeeper, 36, who has a World Cup title and an Olympic gold medal, will be stepping away after the Americans face England and the Netherlands in a pair of exhibitions over the next week.

For many, Alyssa Naeher is considered one of the greatest to ever protect the goal of the Stars and Stripes. With nearly a decade-long career and over 100 appearances, Naeher is set to play her final game against the Netherlands.

Everything you need to know about USWNT legend Alyssa Naeher. As retirement looms find out about her international story and her impressive medal collection.

In light of the USA legend announcing her retirement from international soccer, let's look back at some of her goalkeeping highs.

U.S. women’s national team goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher is retiring from international soccer. Naeher is on the team’s roster for a pair of upcoming matches in Europe but those will be her last after a full 11 years playing for the United States.

As Alyssa Naeher prepares for retirement, the USWNT star is "excited about the crop of goalkeepers" coming up behind her.

With that in mind, I kind of just felt like this was the right time coming off of the Olympics, having the year that we had, entering into a new cycle, a new stage for this team.” Naeher is the latest veteran to announce she's stepping down from the national team as the next generation takes over under coach Emma Hayes.