Evelyn Ijeh on Her Breakout NWSL Season, Life at North Carolina Courage & Playing for Sweden

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Evelyn Ijeh joins to discuss her incredible first season with the North Carolina Courage, her journey from Sweden to the NWSL, and the experiences that have shaped her as a player.

Ijeh talks about growing up moving around Scandinavia, falling in love with soccer by watching her father play, and ultimately choosing to represent Sweden at the international level despite having Nigerian roots. She also reflects on her time playing in Mexico and Italy before making the move to North Carolina.

Now, Ijeh is in the middle of a breakout season, forming a record-setting attacking partnership with Ashley Sanchez. She discusses her approach to scoring goals, adapting to new teammates, the Courage's evolving identity, and the mentality that has helped her thrive in a new league.

Plus, Ijeh looks ahead to her ambitions with Sweden and what it would mean to compete on the biggest international stage.

00:00 — Settling into Raleigh, NC
02:30 — Growing Up and Playing in Sweden
06:58 — Choosing to Play for Sweden
09:44 — USWNT vs. Sweden Rivalry
11:05 — Playing in Mexico
14:42 — Joining the NC Courage
18:26 — Scoring Her First Goal in the NWSL
20:46 — Ashley Sanchez and Her Teammates
22:31 — NC Courage’s Playoff Push
24:00 — Looking Forward to the World Cup
25:55 — To the Voicemail Box!

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