Sydney Leroux - Soccer Player
Age: 35
Country: Canada Occupations:
Soccer Player
Sydney Leroux is a professional soccer forward currently playing for Angel City FC in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Born in Surrey, British Columbia, she represented Canada at the youth level before choosing to play for the United States, where she became an Olympic gold medalist (2012) and a FIFA Women's World Cup champion (2015).
Career Highlights
Club Teams: Her NWSL career has spanned several clubs, including the Boston Breakers (where she scored the league's first hat trick), Seattle Reign FC, FC Kansas City, and the Orlando Pride.
College: She played for the UCLA Bruins, leading the team in scoring for three consecutive seasons.
Milestones: She is one of the top all-time scorers in NWSL history and recently reached her 150th regular-season appearance.
Current Status
As of early 2026, Leroux is under contract with Angel City FC through 2027. She has recently been open about her focus on mental wellness, taking a temporary step back from the game in 2025 to prioritize her health. Off the pitch, she is active in advocacy for pay equity and youth sports participation, and she co-hosts the podcast BFFR with teammate Ali Riley.