The 17-year-old explains how she came to the decision to represent the United States as she returns to the Netherlands for an international friendly.

A few weeks after committing to the U.S. program, Yohannes looks set to play against the Netherlands team she picked the U.S. over when the nations meet Tuesday.

For many young players, wearing their nation’s colors on the pitch is a dream come true. While many don’t have a choice in which country they represent, that wasn’t the case for Lily Yohannes. Born in the United States,

Lily Yohannes has travelled back to the Netherlands to face the country she plays in, just days after turning down the chance to play for their national team.