Trinity Rodman is not slowing down and continues to be in hot-form in 2024.
U.S. women’s national team forward, Trinity Rodman, scored a fantastic solo goal to ignite the Washington Spirit’s comeback win against Portland Thorns on Saturday.
Watch: Trinity Rodman celebrates goal with Magic Johnson
The 22-year-old received the ball at the edge of the box, faked a shot, took on two defenders and hit a perfect low-driven shot to put the score level.
Rodman hit the back of the net and immediately started running to the opposite end of the pitch, making her way towards NBA legend, Magic Johnson and hitting a slick “Slam Dunk” celebration.
The finish was maginificent, but the celly was @trinity_rodman!!! ✨
— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) September 7, 2024
A magical celebration for a magical goal.
Johnson won a staggering five NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers, regarded as one of the best basketball players of all time and is now beginning his journey in the soccer world.
The former NBA star’s investment in the Spirit was announced just last Thursday, with the 65-year-old enjoying his first-ever match and win since joining the NWSL club's ownership group. He will be a minority shareholder.
“I had an awesome time at my first Washington Spirit game!" said Johnson on X. "Our fanbase is unbelievable and shoutout to our incredible players for getting an exciting 2-1 win over Portland!
I had an awesome time at my first Washington Spirit game! Our fanbase is unbelievable and shoutout to our incredible players for getting an exciting 2-1 win over Portland!
I want to thank my partner and Washington Spirit majority owner Michele Kang for allowing me to be an… https://t.co/VLBgTwt8Oi— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 7, 2024
