"We have had a lot of success at the Courage but I feel like on every soccer player's bucket list is to play in the Champions League," saw Mewis.

"It is exciting, the possibility of winning something I have never won before. I am honoured I have this opportunity to compete over here.

"What really drew me here was a desire to continue to develop and push myself and competing for something new is an exciting part of that."

Uprooting yourself 3,800 miles from a comfortable and successful professional life in North Carolina during the uncertainty of a global pandemic takes a certain leap of faith.

But Mewis insists the chance to play for City was one she could not pass up, especially as she has her targets set on a place in next year's Olympic team.

"I think it is tough. Every individual in their career wants to accomplish certain things and develop in certain ways: for me I love the Courage and I hope to return there some day so it's not like I was searching to leave," she added.

"But I do think there was a part of me when I heard this opportunity that was really excited to do something different and get out of my comfort zone.

"I know with Covid happening it has thrown a lot of twists and turns around for everyone and obviously football is coming secondary to everyone's health and safety but I thought this season in the WSL was a good opportunity for me to develop and push myself and grow.

"It felt like the right decision and such a good opportunity I didn't want to pass up.

"Personally I have been thinking about my family – my husband is going to try to come and stay here for a little bit – but I think my family has been overall really supportive.

"And the club is taking really good care of me so far so I am confident it will work out really well and I feel safe as we are following the protocols to keep everyone safe so it feels very positive."