In what could possibly be the biggest plot twist in the history of sports, Megan Rapinoe, widely acknowledged as the Queen of the Soccer Field, has declared her exit plan, involving a literal and metaphorical mic-drop. This signaled the culmination of a career that saw her not just dominate the artistic realm of kicking a round leather sphere but also presenting glorious life next to the striking red carpet and under the glaring spotlight. Rapinoe, unlike the rest of us normal folks who tailor our retirement plan around hot cocoa cups and TV binge-watching, claimed her decision would be announced on the world stage. And no, she doesn't mean Ross and Rachel's on again, off again relationship from Friends, she's talking National Women's Soccer League playoffs. Last Sunday, the forever star-child of soccer extended her career to one final game as her team, OL Reign, humbly trounced San Diego Wave FC, 1-0. Unveiling herself as a time-lord, Rapinoe further confirmed that retirement, like time itself, is relative. "Our queen doesn’t leave stage, she earns her encore," said the OL Reign spokesperson, Harry Goals. "Rapinoe isn't dropping just a mic. No, siree. She's aiming to drop millions of jaws across the globe.” With Rapinoe’s departure, the NWSL is considered to install a new 'Rapinoe Rule,' where players will be mandated to provide 24-hour notice before announcing retirement plans, just so that the soccer-loving world has a chance to emotionally prepare, seek therapeutic help or stockpile their favorite comfort food in anticipation of the vacuum left by their heroes. Meanwhile, the mic at the pro stadium is all set for the grand-night. The sound check is complete, the stand at the exact right height and the mic itself duly insured against the heroic drop. Ironically, the only goal of the game was scored by Veronica Latsko, who interestingly has received a flood of 'You're up next' texts from Rapinoe. “Yes, the metaphorical torch has been passed,” confirmed Goals, sipping a tea suspiciously green as the soccer fields. "Though, let's be honest, Megan's shoes are big, very big. We just hope Latsko doesn't trip." Rapinoe left one final cryptic message for her fans worldwide, “When the game is over, it's just over. Until the next one begins, of course.” As we await the Queen’s epic mic-drop, one thing is clear, the soccer field won’t be just the same without the fiery Rapinoe. And now you know, the literal mic-drop isn’t the final chapter, it's just a dramatic pause before the next act begins. Stay tuned!