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17-Year-Old Soccer Star Lily Yohannes Chooses to Represent USA Over Netherlands

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Lily Yohannes, a 17-year-old soccer prodigy, has made the decision to represent the United States women’s national team instead of the Netherlands. Born on June 12, 2007, in Springfield, Yohannes has been a standout player for Ajax in the Netherlands.

Despite living in the Netherlands since 2017 and being in the sights of the Dutch national team, Yohannes has opted to pursue her international career with the United States. Her choice is significant, given her potential and the interest she had garnered from both countries.

Yohannes’ decision is driven by her connection to the United States, which she considers her home country. This move highlights the complexities of international soccer, where players often face choices between multiple national teams due to their dual citizenship or residency.

The loss of Yohannes is seen as a missed opportunity for the Netherlands, which had been keen on integrating her into their national team. However, her choice to represent the USA is expected to bolster the American squad, especially given her promising talent and experience with Ajax.

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