Ali Riley

Awards & Honours

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Ali Riley's greatest achievements lie in her leadership and representation. She captained both her national team and her club, a rare distinction. Her four Olympic appearances place her among the most experienced players in New Zealand history. The MNZM honour in 2024 recognized her contributions to football and her role as a trailblazer for women's soccer. Her legacy is that of a player who led by example, both on and off the pitch.

AwardsAli Riley's career was defined more by leadership and longevity than by individual trophies. She received the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2024 for her services to football, a rare honour for a women's player. During her college years at Stanford, she earned NSCAA third team All-American and Soccer America MVP second team recognition.

Honours & Distinctions

Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM)

New Zealand Government·2024

For services to football.

Records & Feats

First-ever captain of Angel City FC

Historic First·2022

Named the inaugural captain when the NWSL expansion club was founded in 2022.

Four-time Olympian for New Zealand

Career Milestone·2020

Represented the Football Ferns at the 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020 Olympic Games.