Alyssa and Gisele Thompson grew up in Los Angeles and both entered the National Women’s Soccer League right after high school with hopes of playing for the same professional team. In 2023, Alyssa became the No. 1 overall pick by Angel City FC at age 18, the youngest player ever drafted to the league, and played forward. Later that year, Gisele joined as a defender. In May 2025, Gisele scored her first NWSL goal with an assist from Alyssa, and the sisters became the first sibling duo of their kind. In September 2025, Alyssa signed a five-year contract with Chelsea FC in England’s Women’s Super League, finishing her debut season as a top scorer and earning a Player of the Season nomination. In 2026, she will play internationally with the United States Women’s National Team. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, the sisters also work with Verizon’s Golden Call sweepstakes program for fan experiences and tickets.
"The pair grew up in Los Angeles and both joined the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) right out of high school with the hope of playing for the same professional team. That dream came true in 2023 - in their hometown, no less. Alyssa was selected the No. 1 overall pick by Angel City FC in 2023 at 18 years old, making her the youngest player ever drafted to the league, and went on to play forward. Gisele, now 20, was signed later that year as a defender."
"In May 2025, Gisele scored her first NWSL goal, assisted by Alyssa. The sister combo made history, being the first of its kind. That season, the Thompsons continued to make a name for themselves, and both became known for their impressive speed and fancy footwork."
"In September 2025, Alyssa signed a five-year contract with Chelsea FC in England's Women's Super League (WSL), and packed her bags for London. On May 16, she closed out her debut season as one of the team's top scorers, and was also nominated for the WSL Player of the Season. Throughout 2026, she'll play internationally with the United States Women's National Team."
"Ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup this summer, the sisters are also busy off the field working with Verizon's sweepstakes program, Golden Call, which offers surprise phone calls to fans, pitch-side access, and exclusive tickets to games."
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