Christine Sinclair made history last night, becoming the world’s all-time leading international goal scorer — male or female — with 185 goals. Sinclair first tied the record, previously held by U.S. women’s national team striker Abby Wambach, against St. Kitts and Nevis in Concacaf Olympic qualifying. Then, still in the first half, Sinclair struck her second goal of the evening, which was the record-breaker.
Teammates, rivals, opponents and others congratulated Sinclair on her accomplishment. Here are some messages shared on social media to the Canadian legend.
Christine: History is made. Your victory is our victory. We celebrate with you.
And to every girl coming up in the Pack with a dream to achieve that which doesn’t yet even exist: We believe in you. Your Pack is with you. And history awaits you.@sincy12 https://t.co/rNxjjpV7tZ pic.twitter.com/xkUjLtNXHn— Abby Wambach (@AbbyWambach) January 29, 2020
She's done it. What an absolute legend.
For a Canadian to hold this record is simply unbelievable, but at the same time completely believable that Sinc could do it.
Congrats Sinc.— Diana Matheson (@dmatheson8) January 29, 2020
"You're an inspiration to the entire nation." 🇨🇦#Sincy185 pic.twitter.com/MbW1dbHYjF
— Vancouver Whitecaps FC (@WhitecapsFC) January 29, 2020
Congratulations to Christine Sinclair @sincy12, who now holds the World Record for International Goals, Man or Woman.
Mia Hamm
Abby Wambach
Christine SinclairWhat a legacy of commitment, strength, athleticism, and perseverance. https://t.co/KQkI4Pu4QY
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) January 30, 2020
All-time international goal scoring record, man or woman! What a milestone and no one more deserving! You are a true inspiration & an example of what it is to be a great Canadian. So grateful to take the field with you. Keep carrying the game to new heights 🇨🇦 #185 @sincy12 pic.twitter.com/IMMT5MtFJP
— Ashley Lawrence (@AshleyLawrence) January 30, 2020
We know greatness when we see it.
Congrats, @sincy12! We tip our hats to you. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/xATypfKyU6
— U.S. Soccer WNT (@USWNT) January 29, 2020
Two legends of the game. Congratulations @sincy12 on an amazing and deserved achievement! A record that everyone in the game can celebrate and grow with. https://t.co/976QYPp3K3
— Christie Pearce Rampone (@christierampone) January 30, 2020
Congratulations @sincy12 on a huge accomplishment! You are a true source of inspiration. Proud moment for every canadians! #Sincy185 🍁 https://t.co/gijrvPalhy
— Samuel Piette (@samuelpiette) January 30, 2020
Legendary, thank you for raising the bar for every Canadian, Canadians Can…… https://t.co/yTglrhTkD5
— John Herdman (@coachherdman) January 29, 2020
SINCYYYYYYYYYY ITS ABOUT TIMEEEEEE CONGRATS!!!! Can’t wait to hug you and Charlie ❤️ @sincy12 https://t.co/94YNnQ4BHM
— Lindsey Horan (@LindseyHoran) January 29, 2020
Congratulations to @sincy12 , amazing achievement . 2 🐐’s https://t.co/qLMLBTpC8X
— Sam Kerr (@samkerr1) January 29, 2020
To say I’m proud of this woman is an understatement.
She continues to make her mark & w this record I hope the football world finally sees her for the greatness we have always seen in her.
A truly humble human being, a great friend, a phenomenal player & most importantly a hero https://t.co/vPgtY0IgPj
— Karina LeBlanc (@karinaleblanc) January 29, 2020
Congrats @sincy12, all time international scoring leading, male or female!!!! 185 goals are you freaking kidding me!!! https://t.co/oVri6cjrKZ
— Alex Morgan (@alexmorgan13) January 29, 2020
Congrats Sinc, what an accomplishment, you’re a legend!!! https://t.co/JIyQA7wcOx
— Allie Long (@ALLIE_LONG) January 30, 2020
Simply amazing! Congratulations, Christine on becoming the All-Time International goals leader. You continue to carry yourself and the game to new heights. Thank you. https://t.co/7eTwVAoZGB
— Mia Hamm (@MiaHamm) January 29, 2020
Legend https://t.co/1vX1C3fCsJ
— Diego Valeri (@DiegoDv8) January 29, 2020
Congrats to @sincy12 for becoming the all-leading goal scorer in international soccer history – all of Canada is so proud! 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/BTNa4q56AV
— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) January 29, 2020
1️⃣8️⃣5️⃣ Sinc, you are incredible. A stat, a record that tells the world how good you truly are. An honor to play with you. Congrats! Let’s celly in pdx (qualify first)
— Meghan Klingenberg (@meghankling) January 29, 2020
The Greatest. Forever.
Christine Sinclair. #BAONPDX pic.twitter.com/EXefGuYB4t— Rose City Riveters (@PDXRivetersSG) January 29, 2020
The greatest goal scorer of all time, is Canadian. https://t.co/biQwn3MMpQ
— Janine Beckie (@janinebeckie) January 30, 2020
Congratulations @sincy12! A well deserved record from a deadly finisher
🇨🇦 ⚽️ 🥇 https://t.co/ICEufbV5ZV— Hope Solo (@hopesolo) January 30, 2020
She did it! Christine Sinclair is now international soccer’s all-time leading goal scorer. Congratulations, @sincy12 – you rock! #Sincy185 https://t.co/s7wveuocIf
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 30, 2020
A ridiculously impressive record broken. Respect. https://t.co/kEbnHDLZsl
— Heather O'Reilly (@HeatherOReilly) January 29, 2020
Sincy is the best. She has done it for so long and often without much support around her. She is also as humble an elite athlete as there is. We are blessed to have her in Portland. She will hate all the recognition but nobody deserves it more #Sincy185 🐐 🌹#BAONPDX https://t.co/baEfBy2O87
— Merritt Paulson (@MerrittPaulson) January 29, 2020
The forever GOAT 👏👏👏 https://t.co/3ZiII7iVWB
— Ella Masar (@emasar3) January 30, 2020
🐐 Congratulations @sincy12 💪🏼⚽️ Amazing achievement !! https://t.co/PAL0ardBpS
— Melodie Daoust (@melodaoust15) January 30, 2020
Congratulations on achieving this incredible milestone @sincy12! 👏👏👏#Sincy185 https://t.co/YlcddH5YfM
— OranjeLeeuwinnen (@oranjevrouwen) January 30, 2020
Sinclair also posted a message of thanks to all those who reached out to her.
Thank you to EVERYONE for all the messages…I’m slightly overwhelmed. Thank you to all my teammates, coaches, staff, friends and family.185 would not have been possible without you. pic.twitter.com/fP6vD43PUW
— Christine Sinclair (@sincy12) January 30, 2020
