Cortnee Vine Leaves Sydney FC for NWSL

Cortnee Vine, a prominent figure in the A-League Women, has left Sydney FC for the USA's National Women’s Soccer League, along with Charlotte McLean. Vine's departure marks a significant loss for ALW after her standout performances, including in the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Her impact on the league's popularity was notable, with increased attendance and interest attributed to her presence. Vine expressed gratitude to Sydney FC for her development and success, hinting at a possible return in the future. Ante Juric, the coach, praised both players and wished them well. Vine's move to the US comes after a successful tenure with Sydney FC, where she scored 30 goals in 65 games under Juric's guidance.