Heather O’Reilly, former star for the U.S. Women’s National Team, is bringing freedom to North London. Retired U.S. national team midfielder Heather O’Reilly has signed an 18-month deal with Arsenal of England’s top women’s division.. O’Reilly, 32, won three Olympic gold medals and the … 414.7k Followers, 346 Following, 658 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from @heatheroreilly Getty Images Heather Ann O'Reilly (born January 2, 1985) is an American former professional soccer player who played as a midfielder. It has a well-earned reputation for quality soccer, but its teams don't play against the rest of the world.
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. The signing has been in the offing for a few months now, Heather trained with Arsenal back in October and even played a behind closed doors friendly during her stay. She also won the FAWSL Continental Cup in March this year. Olympic Gold medals. Heather O'Reilly retired from international football before joining Arsenal having scored 47 goals in 231 games for the USA. 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 scored 47 international goals from midfield and provided 55 assists. US Women’s National Team legend Heather O’Reilly has left Arsenal with her contract having expired. 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. Retired U.S. national team midfielder Heather O'Reilly has signed an 18-month deal with Arsenal of England's top women's division. Heather O'Reilly retired from international football before joining Arsenal having scored 47 goals in 231 games for the USA. 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. — Heather O'Reilly (@HeatherOReilly) September 17, 2017. 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 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. O'Reilly, who … August 25, 2017 01:09 PM. Heather O’Reilly won three Olympic gold medals and the 2015 World Cup over a 15-year career. HAO joined the Gunners in early 2017 on an 18 month deal, she made 38 appearances and scored 4 goals in an Arsenal shirt.