“In 2005, I would have never guessed that I was at risk for a pulmonary embolism. I was 21 years-old, playing college soccer and just living the dream.”

American former professional soccer player

Alexandra Blaire Krieger is an American former professional soccer player. She played as a right back or center back and was a member of the United States women’s national team from 2008 to 2021. She made more than 100 appearances for the national side and helped the team win two FIFA Women’s World Cups. Her career is defined by long service at the back line and by her role in one of the most successful eras in U.S. women’s soccer.