Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Allie Long says she's OK with shifting positions (The Associated Press)

FILE - In this March 4, 2017, file photo, United States forward Allie Long runs with the ball against England during the second half of a SheBelieves Cup women's soccer match, in Harrison, N.J. Long, a central midfielder for most of her career with the U.S. women's national team and the Portland Thorns, was moved to center back for recent international matches by coach Jill Ellis ( AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Allie Long doesn't mind shifting positions for the simple fact that it makes her a well-rounded player. A central midfielder for most of her career with the U.S. women's national team and the Portland Thorns, Long was moved to center back for recent international matches by coach Jill Ellis. Ellis is experimenting with players and formations as the Americans take the first steps toward defending their World Cup title in 2019.


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