The player with the most women’s World Cup appearances is Kristine Lilly of the United States.
Lilly has appeared in a total of 30 games across five World Cup tournaments, from 1991 to 2007. She is also the most capped player in the history of international football, with 354 appearances for the United States.
Lilly’s first World Cup appearance came in 1991, when she was just 19 years old. She helped the United States win the tournament, and she was named to the All-Star team. Lilly also played in the 1995, 1999, 2003, and 2007 World Cups. In 1999, she helped the United States win the World Cup again.
Lilly is a true legend of the women’s game. She is a four-time World Cup champion, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, and a 10-time FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year finalist. She is also the second all-time leading scorer for the United States in international matches, with 158 goals.
Lilly’s record of 30 World Cup appearances is unlikely to be broken anytime soon. The next closest player is Formiga of Brazil, who has appeared in 27 games. Formiga is also a legend of the women’s game, and she is still playing at the age of 43.
Lilly’s record is a testament to her longevity and her commitment to the game. She is an inspiration to all women’s footballers, and her record will stand for many years to come.
Other players with multiple World Cup appearances
In addition to Kristine Lilly and Formiga, there are a number of other players who have appeared in multiple World Cups. These players include:
- Christine Sinclair of Canada (6 appearances)
- Cristiane of Brazil (6 appearances)
- Birgit Prinz of Germany (5 appearances)
- Homare Sawa of Japan (5 appearances)
- Abby Wambach of the United States (5 appearances)
These players are all all-time greats in the women’s game, and they have all made significant contributions to their respective countries. Their World Cup appearances are a testament to their longevity, their commitment to the game, and their skill.
The future of women’s football
The women’s game is growing rapidly, and it is likely that we will see more players with multiple World Cup appearances in the future. The 2023 Women’s World Cup will be the first to be hosted by two countries, and it is expected to be the biggest and most successful tournament yet. This will provide a platform for even more players to make their mark on the game.
It is an exciting time to be a women’s footballer, and it will be interesting to see who breaks Kristine Lilly’s record in the years to come.
