Veteran midfielder Sophie Schmidt done for the season after undergoing knee surgery

By Canadian Press on September 13, 2025.

HOUSTON — The Houston Dash have placed veteran Canadian midfielder Sophie Schmidt on the season-ending injury list after undergoing knee surgery.

The 37-year-old from Abbotsford, B.C., was hurt Sept. 7 in the second half against San Diego Wave FC.

Schmidt won 226 caps for Canada, with 20 goals and 20 assists, before retiring from international football.

She made her final appearance for Canada in a 1-0 win over Australia in Vancouver in December 2023.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 13, 2025.

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