SEATTLE -- Hope Solo has announced Tuesday she is ending her season with the Seattle Reign of the National Women's Soccer League, after being suspended for six months by the U.S. national team for disparaging remarks about Sweden.
Solo tweeted the following statement:
The organization said they would respect Solo's decision not to return this season:
On Saturday, the Reign said the Olympic goaltender had been granted personal leave.
It's been a rough time for the record-breaking goalie. On Wednesday, Solo was suspended after calling the Swedes "cowards" for their defensive style of play after the U.S. lost the Aug. 12 match on penalty kicks.
Solo was previously suspended for 30 days early in 2015 for her conduct, and won't be eligible for selection to the national team until February.
Meanwhile, the Reign made their announcement hours before Saturday night's match against the Portland Thorns. Seattle signed goalkeeper Andi Tostanoski to replace Solo.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.