U.S. Women's Soccer Team Sparks Outrage After 'Dissing' National Anthem

The game took place on Friday at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand.

During the national anthem, six out of the 11 American players chose not to place their hands over their hearts or sing "The Star-Spangled Banner." This behavior did not go unnoticed, as many Americans expressed their disappointment on social media.

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According to Outkick, only three players from the U.S. Women's National Team, namely Julie Ertz, Alyssa Naeher, and Lindsey Horan, sang the national anthem. In contrast, all the women on the Vietnam team proudly placed their hands over their hearts and sang their country's anthem, "Song of a Marching Army."

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The reaction from the American public was swift and critical. Author Brigitte Gabriel expressed her frustration, stating, " and everything it stands for. I couldn't care less if they lose every game." Cultural commentator Oli London also weighed in, highlighting the stark contrast between the U.S. team's behavior and the pride shown by their Vietnamese counterparts.

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While the U.S. Women's National Team emerged victorious with a 3-0 scoreline, the controversy surrounding their response to the national anthem overshadowed their performance. This was Vietnam's first appearance in the World Cup, making the incident all the more significant.

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The actions of the U.S. players during the national anthem have sparked a larger conversation about patriotism and respect for national symbols. As the tournament progresses, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact the team's image and future matches.