Australian international Cortnee Vine, revealed during the last World Cup, declared on Friday that she was taking a break from the world of football to focus on her mental health, having difficulty managing her new status.
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The 26-year-old rose to fame by converting the winning penalty in an extended penalty shootout against France, which allowed the Matildas to qualify for the World Cup semi-finals in home last year.
She then signed a contract with the American team North Carolina Courage and was part of the Australian team during the disappointing campaign at the Paris Olympics, marked by elimination in the group stage.
“ I’m sure many people understand that my life has changed dramatically over the past two years », Explained in a press release the winger, whose absence had been noticed during the last gatherings of his selection.
“ Because of these very new and sometimes overwhelming experiences, I have found that identifying, managing, and prioritizing my mental health has become something I have to work very hard at », Said the player, who made her international debut in January 2022.
“ Like many people dealing with mental health issues, I have my good days and my bad days, but each day is a lesson in learning how to find the right balance “, underlined Vine.
“ For now I need to focus on my well-being, so I’m taking some rest “, she concluded.
“ Always with you Viney », posted a message of encouragement on the Matildas account on social networks, while his former club, Sydney FC, added: “ we will always be here and we will support you Cortnee “.