In a Women’s World Cup of legacies, the smallest moments can have the biggest impacts

Mia Hamm picks up the ball down the right wing, cushioning it perfectly on the pillow of her right foot.

The legendary US women’s national team striker looks up, scanning the far side of the pitch for a teammate to pass to.

The scores are locked at 0-0 and the clock is ticking down.

Finally, after what feels like an…