Tobin Heath and Christen Press Answer Your Paris Questions - “The Mailbag” | Episode 4
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
- Tobin and Christen are back with an episode that gets to the heart of everything from the Paris Olympics to Manchester United- and of course, the sports. First, they discuss the unfair displacement of the Manchester United women’s team, the duo’s former club, and how owners like Michelle Kang are setting the bar for what’s possible in the women’s game with teams like the Washington Spirit and London City Lionesses.
Later, Tobin and Christen take questions from the audience in a fun new segment called the Paris Mailbag (yes, there is a ‘bag of mail’ in this episode.) From Korbin Albert being named to the USWNT roster to Alex Morgan being left off - and some fun Olympic anecdotes in between - the conversation is all real talk…and a bit of spilled tea.
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In 2019, USWNT World Cup champions Christen Press, Tobin Heath, Meghan Klingenberg and Megan Rapinoe founded RE-INC with the mission of making the world a more inclusive and equitable place for all. Now a media, community, and fashion brand that lives at the intersection of sports, progress, and equity, RE-INC is an inclusive place for sports fans and changemakers alike with the mission to change the way women are seen and experienced in sports. 
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The segment on Man U is absolute gold. The season Tobin joined was a big deal for the WSL and then to see Man U explode into not just top 4 but top of the table for a time was huge for the club too. Casey Stoney was so right to call upon these two for all the reasons mentioned. The club has sunk since that first spark but when it returns (which, it will), it will owe a big debt to these folks for the jumpstart. Frikkin legends.
Hearing it made me sick. But also so grateful for these two for shedding a light on those conditions. Thank you for leading the path forward for us all to be better
I could literally just listen to yall answer questions all day. But eyy we need yall to finish that Tobin being Christen's rooming list story ASAPPPP
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It was amazing to hear you two honouring Alex Morgan, as she should be honoured.
Also, I really liked the part you shared your Manchester United stories. Really at the time, we didn’t know those players. And now they are shining 😊 Training facilities still need an upgrade though 😅
This episode was a half and half of Paris Olympics hype and Alex Morgan appreciation. 😂
Gonna miss you two in the Olympics this year. 2 of the best to ever wear the crest. Still rooting hardcore for our USWNT, but missing a lot of key players from the last couple of Olympics that I really enjoyed watching play. Thanks for the episode. LFG!! ❤️🤍💙⚽
As a lifelong United fan who remembers being elated when these two classy players came to Manchester, I welcome these stories of what it was like, even though they make me deeply sad. I love the club, but its lack of commitment to the women's game has always been shameful and embarrassing. All I can hope is that despite a poor start in this area, the new regime will take a good long look at it and decide to fully commit to the women. Christen and Tobin were a blessing to watch, although I remember some frustrating injury issues limited Tobin's appearances in particular. Best of luck to you both, and thank you.
Disappointing to hear how bad things were at United when you were there, some of it we knew but even worse than I thought. The first half of the season was brilliant, and I can’t believe they wouldn’t further invest in January, if they did, I think United could have quite a few more trophies. Thank you for all you did for the girls, sharing your experience helped them all grow into the top players they are today and thank you for the joy you gave us when we were stuck inside during COVID. As fans we will keep pushing the club to do better, every team who wears the United should be there to win and little girls as well as boys should be able to dream about playing for Manchester United and winning every domestic and European trophies to create history for the women’s team in the tradition of the once great club I’ve supported since I was 9.
Snow on the pitch…oh the horror. Notice how neither Tobin or press actually helped their coach clear the field. Entitled brats
@@boootybounce420are you ever going to share what exactly they’ve said to epically piss you off?
Really interesting to know that Press and Heath were brought in to Manchester United for reasons beyond just being a player. Lots of talk about the world catching up in terms of play, but it seems US is still ahead when it comes to all the off the pitch stuff (although still so much more work to do). Christen's concern and comment about those boys seeing the women right across from them not being treated well at such a young and impressionable age was very poignant. Hats off to Stoney for fighting the good fight, especially after this past week.
I would love to see Tobin in a coaching role. She knows her craft.
Tobin, we need that 2012 USA basketball story.
Dear, Tobinho
You’re a Brazilian in your heart and my opinion is the only one that matters ❤
Glad to hear you guys praise Alex and be just as surprised about the roster as me. Nice episode!
My favorite episode. Really loved hearing about the Man U experience.
Hello Tobin and Christen. Maybe it was the stories from northern England that made me like this show more? I walked to university under grey skies, not far from an old Manchester United training ground.
I still enjoy the US stuff too, having spent 3 months touring your country some years back.
The recent video of two Spanish defenders at Manchester City is such a contrast to United, with City's modern facilities.
Ella Toone got a Hollywood style star in Wigan, but it feels like she will be training with a portaloo as locker room. No wonder there are suggestions of her going to Barcelona.
I have watched women's football for years, but only discovered RUclips a couple of years back. I always try to add something positive in comments, as there was so much negative rubbish in comments when I started watching. Attitudes are changing in UK because of the effort put in, that you described. I watch other European countries' channels and it is starting to get better.
Keep going!
Of course Ronaldinho was Tobin’s fave. You can see it in her play, especially her early years. 👌👌
Loved all of the discussions- very insightful and what a fun mailbag segment! Thank you for always being your honest selves. I'm excited for more episodes!
I would love to see Tobin in synchronized swimming! 😅
hotdamn what an amazing episode - effortlessly and eloquently blending insightful social and political commentary with intelligent football analysis
Great take with Oberdorf. She's just worldclass and will get even better in time
Well damn. I hate knees...
Such excellent conversations!! I am so grateful for this show and Christen & Tobin's wisdom.
It means a lot for you guys to talk about the situation at united, every time I go to Leigh sports village it’s clear we the fans bleed nothing but red and passion for the team and it’s sad the club has turned round and spit in the faces of the players and fans, a clear message we are nothing but an afterthought
not a hiatus omg i need like 50 more episodes of this show by next week
Amazing episode, I have followed the re_cap show since the begging and love the interviews and interaction with viewers. I absolutely enjoyed the first part of todays episode, so insightful to the structure of team and the struggles coaches, staff and team members have to go through. Thanks for making an educational space entertaining as well.
This was so fun, really good questions
33:54 start of discussion about Alex Morgan being left off the Olympic roster, praise of what she’s done for soccer and the USWNT; talk of changing of the guard, lack of vet leadership on the roster like what’s been seen in the past
27:30 for USWNT and Alex Morgan left off the team talk
Absolutely love this commentary!!!
Would love you to get Casey on the show at some point!
I hate when people say there are no veterans! Alyssa, Crystal, Lindsey, Rose, Mal, they all have 100 caps. That isn’t exactly newbies. Get over it and embrace the new team.
And like I keep saying. Great to show their appreciation for Alex but if she goes then one of the attacking players do not. So, who doesn’t? Smith, Swanson and Rodman are locks. So, it comes down to Dunn and Shaw. For most is was a Dunn vs Morgan and Dunn is from their core and time. Are you then advocating for her to be left off? She’s a vet and winner too
@@candacelong7643 Dunn has more to offer. Alex is a great player but she can only play one position. You have more options with Crystal, and with such a small roster you need that. My original point is soooo many people are saying there isn’t anyone to give leadership on this team. I think that is absolutely incorrect. There are leaders all over the pitch, they just look different than what we are used to.
As a ManU fan it has been disappointing the treatment of the women’s team especially given their most recent success. I hoped Sir Jim would turn around the women’s team but that doesn’t seem the case. I’m worried they will disband the women’s team again as it is clear their only focus is on the men’s team. The women’s team needs to come together and speak out against the club. Just like the USWNT has done against equal pay. That is the only way this club will change.
Veryyyy excited for what’s to come in 2 weeks! LOVE YOU GUYS 🫶🏼
Miedema signs for Man City
Great vlog guys 🏴🙂
Can we please have Michelle Kang as a guest please???
🔥🔥🔥London City Lionesses/Olympique Lyonnais/Washington Spirit are just the tip of the iceberg absolute mogul...
@@couturecriminal8330 Yeah, she also financially supported a right wing Governor called Ron DeSantis. You know, the guy who is pro abortion and anti gays
The amount of thought and prep that go into these episodes is incredible! I just love listening to you two and I feel like I really gain something with every episode.
Tobin the Ribbon Dancer!!
This show is just the best. It’s so important to keep the conversation going about women’s football! ❤
Love the show!! @advertisers, there are so many of us who will watch ads for this content!!
As a lifelong United fan, it’s such a shame to see the new ownership disrespect a womens team that has worked its way to the top four in the WSL while being dismantled by poor squad management, letting Russo, Earps, Ona Battle, etc all leave for free ??? It’s a slap in the face to all fan who support anyone who wears the badge for the new owner to not even have considered the plans for a womens team that would absolutely flourish if it had the support (look at city!) it’s a shame, thank you guys for being the best Americans to ever play there, hopefully tooney stays or i might just have to become a gooner
I do like you guys showing us the photos! That’s a great idea pressy
I agree with CP on the covid situation. I felt at that time that covid robbed CP of her time to really shine because she was doing so good before everything the shutdown and even the year after when Olympics finally happened.
I remember being so excited for 2020 because it was FINALLY going to be CP’s time to shine with Alex having just given birth so CP would have (at long last) been the starting forward in a major tournament. Then a global pandemic… jfc.
I understand what they’re saying about experience but as a fan and viewer this will feel special. It’s like we’re growing up with the team. So many are first time Olympians. The hope is that this is just the beginning and how special is it to see them rise from the beginning. I love the glory teams of old but the level of competition is so much better which makes all this more exciting and frightening lol. USWNT aren’t expected to run away with wins and it’s how it should be. No offense to past teams. They were great but the competition wasn’t always up to par. Now it is. Also, I agree with Tobin. I do think Emma Hayes realizes the attacking core has been in Alex’s shadow. Particularly Smith and even Swanson as well. Time to let them fly. Morgan’s farewell was technically last World Cup and honestly it should have ended there with a celebration at the end of the year. Now, it’ll be this year, a year too late. Her, Becky and O’Hara will get their final bows to end 2024.
great show! thanks for the sample pack from lmnt :)
Such insightful information. I really enjoyed the discussion about Manchester and your insider experiences of the Olympics. I'm picturing a huge food hall with everyone slightly side eyeing and fanning out. Just a thought re knees ACLs for women athletes. Ever since mine was reconstructed years ago, I couldn't comfortably sit with my legs crossed. It feels too tight and I particularly suffer afterwards. Ive been noticing it a lot...just how much women particularly on screen (Christen in this episode as an example) sit this way which I m imagining is a longer session than what we just viewed. Wish someone would do some research on the way women sit and whether it stretches out tendons and ligaments that shouldn't be under that stress during the simple act of sitting.
As Brazilian I need to say that Neymar was such a promising baller when we think about what his skill were at young age. But his behaviour and mentality always was off and downgrade even more throughout the years. Ronaldinho, in another hand, was the cool and chill guy. And it is such a Brazilian thing to have your dorm open and cozy to welcome anyone with music, hugs and food. We are very passionated and warm people in so many ways. 🇧🇷💛
This is so good. Thanks.
My fav part is community questions and this ep was all that
The honesty and passion when talking about your ManU experience and showing them up about their Mission Statement vs their reality was awesome! Since you made some comparisons with Abgel City FC, could you get one of the principal owners, maybe Natalie Portman, to talk about the team’s mission and goals?
fun!
The best teams had a strong inside presence: Wambach, Lloyd, Morgan, Mediema, Kerr, Ellen White.... someone to cross into and finish. Huerta was the best crosser from the previous tournament who did not play... This is another reason why Hatch would have been good. Someone who I am so surprised has not received a sniff for the USWNT - Morgan Weaver
This was great. I would love to experience a Brazilian dorm room and the Olympics cafeteria 🎉
Does Alex get a farewell game? Like how does that work? Becky Sauerbraun same situation, like they both gave so much and the farewell just ends up being not called up?
This! I have the same question!
@@bethanyward7783I think they all will, along with O’Hara but it might be doubtful it’s an actual callup. I don’t see that. Likely an invite to be celebrated prior to kickoff. Similar to Krieger
Agree with Christen wanted to know the actual reason why Alex didn’t get a roster spot! Maybe knowing the reason will help not to be so sad for Alex!
Her performances are the reason. Christen was trying to be nice and not get cancelled.
Love the show great insights, Man Utd owner is a great disappointment at a time when you think England is moving forward quite well
They said gold medal for:
Tobin in everything
Christen in none
So good 😂
Could be wrong but I think in possession Emily Fox will move into centre midfield alongside Coffey with Rodman holding the line for width on the right. Whoever starts on the left, Pugh or Smith will move inside with Nighswonger providing width on the left
Mad respect to Tobin Heath and Christen Press. These legends have the done the most for football and beyond! Love the re-inc podcast and the stories coming out. This one though, I just feel like as someone from the UK, it was alittle heavy on the American saviourisms that made it a slightly uncomfortable listen. Man Utd has a long ways to go when it comes to gender equity, don't get me wrong. (Never forget what that american businessman malcom glazer said about the women's team in '05 when he tookover) And Ratcliffe's latest is pitiful to say the least. That said, I think an asterisks is needed too. Because in the UK, its relationship with football and these clubs, it's a bit more complicated than in the US. You talk about it in terms of sport, business, money and investment. And sure it's all this, but Man Utd... before becoming the storied international brand it's being consumed as today, it had its start as a club for the workers of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. And what the club means to the community lies in the stories, struggles and legacies that's accumulated over the histories amidst the larger political/economic struggles of the region. It's always been a symbol for the working class...of excellence amidst a classist society that's oppressed. And that's something the men's squad built themselves. We have to give them that. For all the memories, I'm grateful. So it seems alittle like apples to oranges to compare the two in the way the conversation rolled out here about facilities, pitches, investment and all. But what can I say, I agree with the general criticism. Ratcliffe should be doing more. Needs to go wash his eyes. Shoutout to Katie Zelem for all she's done. Great captain and footballer! Maestro in the passes. She will be greatly missed. I look forward to seeing her back on the pitch.
My question is; What is Tobin’s ick with Christen’s football play and what is Christen’s ick with Tobin’s football play?
Alex not being on the team is real sad. Its hard to see such a goat not be given the chance get one more gold medal.
Wish I was a millionaire so I can invest in women’s football…
What would you invest in
Should we tell Tobin about the Modern Pentathlon in the Olympics?!? 😂 It’s a crazy combination - fencing, swimming, running, pistol shooting, and equestrian show jumping. Tobin could do it though?!
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The Manchester United Women experience section as a Chelsea Women's fan made me cry to see players like Alessia Russo and Katie Zelem nearly won the league too in 2022 the year after Press back to the States and Heath moved to Arsenal as well.Zelem,Toone and Russo grew up United fans and had to leave a year after for Alessia and Katie Zelem the year after that Ona Batlle when she had the most assists in the league and left for nothing so did
Mary Earps who was the best goalkeeper in the league left for nothing and
Mismanagement at clubs like United and Real Madrid women is so discouraging even seeing Chelsea win every year the testimony from Tobin and Christen was so sad to hear👆😑
Obi 😍. We will never let her go tho 😂
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Decathlon!
The new public face of the team is surely Sophia Smith, no?
It is. She’s been the most marketable and has that IT factor. She has the youth, looks and talent. Now she just has to show it on the biggest stage but she has the most marketability. She has the talent to be among the giants of the USWNT
If Michele Kang can own all clubs please 😉. Sad to hear about Man U. They should be red carpeted after winning the cup. Some of the players have responded...by leaving the club. Alessia is floyrishing at Arsenal etc. @EllaToone7 wishing all the best to you 😢. Also thank you for talking about Casey Stone and her character. It was absolutely rubbish what Jill Ellis did to her with the Wave.
wish you had spoken about STONEY FIRING. actually shocked you didn’t or talk about SAN DIEGO WAVE
They had already filmed when the news broke
@@sdottolo100They specifically referenced “that situation” (her being fired from SD Wave) and said they weren’t going to go into it. Instead they spoke about their personal experiences and opinion of Stoney from ManU. Seems like it was a compromise to show support but not get into league politics at the moment.
Glasses brand?
Club performance is the largest, most consistent, and most recent data points you have about a player, it is a big part of their cv. Now that the NWSL is or becoming very competitive, it’s hard to imagine that would call up someone who has not been doing well in club environment over someone who has been. Trajectory and current form matter. While AM is a great player, both of these factors are not her side right now.
Not to change subjects, but I would really like to hear your opinions on the USA men getting knocked out of the group stage of the Copa America Tournament and any ideas you have as to why, and what might be done to change the direction of the team.
Because they suck and women are awesome
@boootybounce420 the women’s team is not better and they couldn't beat any of the men's teams.
@@MeMe-kv3ew the u15 boys teams regularly beat the uswnt lol
@@SohamMehta-bg3dsNo they didn’t quit projecting false hoods
@@tatum2739 google is your friend
*Concerning Korbin Albert: I support her 100% and keep in mind the following thought: "If the First Amendment is intended to protect anything, it's intended to protect offensive speech. If you’re not going to offend anyone, you don't need protection."*
Il faut .ce comprendre.love.
My frustration with some of the commentary from some media types... one majone said made the comment that the world "had transcended the previous generation," That frustrated me because the team that was transcended at the most recent tournaments had Girma, Horan, Lavelle, Cook, Sanchez, Smith, Rodman....... players of the current new generation.. SO, yes, Morgan needs passes into the box to really score. However, this team is not built in a way that involves an inside-out approach. NOW, it is all about players like Rodman, Smith, Swanson taking on players 1 vs. 3..... But the team that failed in recent tournaments HAD these new generation players on it.
That’s not how this new group is playing under Hayes. That’s how they played under Vlatko with a run and gun style ft Alex. Under Hayes they play more together and no particular player has been highlighted. They all move across the frontline. Don’t know how you saw 1v1 or 1v2 vs South Korea. It was the most chemistry we’ve seen in years with multiple players as targets
I dig chicks who wear their eyeglasses. Tobin looking good.
Millie Turner!
The Olympics is weird because some of the best teams are not there... Since only a small number of teams from each region are there, some of the best European teams won't be there. :).
53:28 profound statement by press regarding what the future holds for Gregg berhalter
wtf happened with stoney?
As a man united fan I am disgusted with the glazers ownership #glazersout
Do you think Horan should be a roamer given she is not fast or quick? And is this team missing leadership?
💪🌈❤️Hello from Sweden 🇸🇪
What does "Modernized" mean?
where are tobins pants from? they’re sick
47:08 Korbin Albert talk
Again?????😂😂😂😂😂 rent. Free. #korbinisyourdaddy
@@boootybounce420well they were asked a question about it lol and they referenced already talking about it.
@@boootybounce420you have gotta be related to Korbin with the amount of defending you’re doing in everyone’s comments
US soccer keeps trying to make Sophia Smith the face of USWNT to replace Alex, with no success after the disastrous World Cup. I can possibly see Swanson. She's such a special player and so beloved by fans.
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What exactly did Albert say? I know it's something to do with her views on homosexuality, but I can't find any details.
Without a full understanding of her situation I do think that everyone is entitled to there own views and beliefs, and we can coexist if those views/beliefs don't perfectly align. I'm also ok with allowing someone to grow and mature without completely canceling their livelihood. Its also ok if it's behind the scenes. If no growth or corrections have been made it will show in the future.
She liked a tweet. And yet these 2 washed up players talk about it for months on end. It’s comedy
@@boootybounce420comedy = your username. Lol
@@boootybounce420Washed up players? Why are you even here if that’s all you got out of this. Do us all a favor and go troll somewhere else.
@@bryter777 hi tobin burner account lol
@@SohamMehta-bg3dsAll you’ve commented about on here is the men’s team. Be sure to zip them up one at a time when you’re done with all of them okay?
lol this is analogous to why Ronaldo left Man U so fast
Y’all talk about Alex like because she doesn’t make this one camp, that her national team career is over?
You think she’s going to get called up for the World Cup when she’ll be slower and older? This is clearly a new era under Hayes and it doesn’t involve Morgan
Re: Emma Hayes giving a “ media -trained “ answer to the question of Alex Morgan. No, Emma Hayes does not owe you or anyone an “explanation”. Any fan with half a soccer brain would know why Alex was not selected for the Olympic roster. Hayes did address the issue tactfully and has said all she could and should - demonstrating a respect for this player’s legacy in the process IMO. Fans and pundits like Christin should be able to “read between the lines” as to what the manager (coach) was really saying. The precautionary tale for all “greats” is not to hang on too long - especially way too long. Make it easy for yourself and for everybody else involved by knowing when it’s time “to let go”. It was not a snub in the true sense of the word. Actually it was Alex bringing it upon herself sadly.
Exactly. All of the greats won’t have the same longevity. Rapinoe should have been left off of the WC roster but she still was good to at least 36-37. That hasn’t been the case for Morgan and that’s ok. She came on the scene around 18. Hayes was respectful to Alex in her comments. Everyone knows she hasn’t been in form for club or country and Hayes also hinted to her lack of versatility
Barca and real madrid are the biggest team in the world and not Man United please point of correction
Tobin always forgetting that Lavelle was one of our most important players and started in every knockout round match in 2019 - unlike her bestie Horan - will always read strange to me. like, go back and watch those games, Tobin! her experience in this current squad matters.
She literally talked about Rose so wtf are you talking about?? She’s also talked about her importance several times in the past. I will never understand how people like you will say incorrect things with so much confidence. “Tobin always forgetting that Lavelle..” like huh?? We can all see your comment history and that you have a hate boner for Horan but that doesn’t mean you just need to lie about stupid shit.
@@tatum2739 lol Press literally had to remind her about Lavelle in this video my friend but go off tho.
@@flangeslammer That doesn’t mean she’s always forgetting about Lavelle. She also literally said Girma should be given captaincy so it’s really cute how you take shots at her for being friends with Horan as if it’s making her biased
@@flangeslammer Is your name Carlisle by chance? Nice burner
Could you guys comment on your opinion of Korbin’s playing? She made the roster for her soccer skills, let’s hear your thoughts on her skills.
I love you both and find your commentary generally so refreshing, but I wish you had mentioned what an amazing thing this will be for black young girls to watch the Olympics and see so many talented black women playing forward. And also huge oversight to forget that Crystal Dunn started as a left back in the 2019 World Cup and the 2020 Olympics (when you were saying that there's a dearth of experienced winners at that level on the team), no? It's so clear that fitness is the issue regarding Morgan's omission on the roster. I think Hayes neglected to be more specific for fear of embarrassing Morgan (regarding how few goals she's been scoring this year). Everyone chosen has been scoring more consistently, quite obviously. I personally am disgusted that Korbin was chosen for the reasons you cited (regarding zero public representation of her growing or learning... even her anemic apology was a mere story and no longer up on Instagram). Maybe Hayes was leaned on to keep Korbin cause they don't want to alienate all the Trumpers, they need at least one blonde cornfed-looking, flag waving person to represent...egalitarian Horan certainly won't do... and good if it's an actual hateful Trumper on the team. Korbin's not that uniquely talented and she's been shitting the bed recently (due to supposedly being bummed out about being rightfully boo'ed)...
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I’m sure they’ll mention it when it gets closer to the Olympics. This was just a mailbag episode
USA soccer won’t be paying the men’s Olympic team this summer but the women’s team will be paid. Seems like something worth discussing?
The men’s tournament at the olympics is not a senior tournament, while for the women’s tournament it is. There is nothing to discuss about it.
@@NS-tt2hlthey’re the same tournament. It’s called the Olympic Games. Both men & women share the same sponsors. Why not pay the men?
@@boootybounce420 That is patently false. They are part of the Olympics games yes, but they are not the same level. That was a FIFA decision years ago. They don’t pay the men because it is not a senior level tournament for the men. It is essentially U-23.
I find comments like this so funny, for years and years and years men have been given every advantage you can get. The one-time women are getting the upper hand then the crying begins. Like I said it just cracks me up.
@@runninfree0727 so why would men even help women then. Like why mooch off the success of man united mens team lmao, go form your own club. I hope Ratcliffe disbands that embassment of a "team"
Manchester United built a 10£ million building for the womens team a year ago. When the mens team building has been finished the women will have that building to themselves instead of sharing it with the academy. Short term pain for long term gain. Manchester United women had the highest revenue in the WSL last season, with only Barcelona having a bigger revenue in europe. The wages at Manchester United women doubled last season while the club had the 2nd highest attendance behind only Arsenal. So this notion that United does not care about the womens team is not correct, context is needed in this discussion. Btw, I have followed Christen Press since I watched her play in sweden in damallsvenskan :-)
Respectfully, when your time is up, your time is up. Deal with it. Alex Morgan just couldn’t do it any more compared to the other players. Abby Wambach should not have been on the 2015 World Cup team, Carly Lloyd should not have been on the 2019 World Cup team, and Megan Rapinoe and Kelly O’Hara should not have been on the 2023 World Cup.
I see your general point, but I don't think Carli belongs on this list because she played ok & scored 2 goals. And although she didn't play well, I think Rapinoe provided a HUGE emotional service to her teammates in 2023 by shouldering (with Alex) ALL the media flack for their weak performance, so the others could focus on soccer and protect their head space. Also, I think Wambach's teammates loved her so f*cking much that they busted their asses to get her to end her career with the gold, and they did!! I don't think they fight as hard in 2019 without her on the bench. That's my hot take and I'm sticking to it 😉 (However, I do have faith this team can win without Alex).
@@bethanyward7783 Actually, Carli scored three goals in the 2019 World Cup. One was against Thailand (the team scored 13) and the other two against Chile (her team scored 3). However, she was not a factor in most of the games and her presence was not critical to the tournament on the field.
A competitor spends their entire career doing what most people say can't be done. They always overstay because deep down they feel there is still some gas in the tank and with grit and determination, they can go back and capture their former glory. Unfortunately, Father Time doesn't work that way and a coach has to make the tough decisions to put the right people on the team. I don't envy the job a coach has but someone has to tell a formerly great player that it is time to move on. A younger player may be just as good. However a coach has to decide do you want to give Alex Morgan a great sendoff or do you want to put a player who can play over the next 10 years on the squad.
The women's team is seeing father time and a more disciplined approach to selecting a team happen now. However, for some reason it causes discomfort to some fans. They want a graceful exit but Sports doesn't work that way. Historical most male athletes in teams sports had to leave sooner than they want and almost always overstay. It is a rare athlete who retires on their own terms--Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, and Julie Ertz are the few examples that come to mind.
If you look at the ages of the women on the 2023 squad, it is clear that Rapinoe and O'hara were past their primes and did not perform well at all. They should have been hauled off to the abattoir vs given spots on the team. You had plenty of players who had World Cup Experience and their presence wasn't needed. Alex Morgan and Lyndsey Horan were more than capable representatives to speak with the media about the trials and tribulations. After all, Rapinoe was never a captain of the team, just a contributor over the years. If she was a true leader, she would have been identified earlier and MAYBE some justification could have been made to keep her on the 2023 team. However, I can't see any rationale for her inclusion.
Past efforts don't count if you can't do the job now. Supposedly the world has caught up. If so, we need to cast off the old and go with the new when it is appropriate. Would the team would have won the 2015 World Cup without Abby Wambach or won without Carli Lloyd in 2019? In both cases yes. Honor the heroines with accolades and words not with a spot on the team.
I'm rooting for the team to win and want to see them bring home the gold this Summer. They need to show the world that the Olympic USWNT should still be feared!
Please tell me how did Korbin hurts Christen and her community.
Homophobia hurts queer people! Shocker!
Amongst many other things she posted a recording of a sermon attacking gay people and lgbtq rights on social media