Korbin Albert was booed by USWNT fans on Saturday when she was introduced in the second half of the team’s SheBelieves Cup semifinal against Japan.
Late last month, Albert publicly apologized for reposting a now-deleted video from a Christian worship space that preached against homosexuality and “feeling transgender.”
In another TikTok post, which has also since been deleted, Albert showed his family saying “their pronouns are USA,” over the Fourth of July weekend.
And after being criticized by teammates Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan this week, as well as former USWNT star Megan Rapinoe, Albert was greeted with audible boos from some of the 50,644 fans in attendance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. , a record.
He entered the match in the 78th minute, shortly after Horan gave the United States a 2-1 lead with a penalty kick.
Korbin Albert, seen arriving at practice this week, was booed by some fans on Saturday.
On March 28, Albert publicly apologized and acknowledged his “hurtful” actions.
On Wednesday, USWNT veterans Morgan and Horan addressed Albert’s social media activity.
“We are very sad that the standard was not upheld,” Horan said. ‘Our fans and followers feel that this is a team they can support. “It is very important that they continue to feel undeniably heard and seen.”
“We maintain a safe and respectful place, especially as allies and members of the LGBTQ+ community,” Morgan added. “This platform has given us the opportunity to highlight causes we care about, something we never take for granted.”
“It is also important to note that we have had internal discussions regarding the situation,” Morgan continued. ‘And that will remain within the team. But one thing to keep in mind is that we never avoid difficult conversations.’
Without naming Albert, retired USWNT star Rapinoe also took to Instagram and wrote: “To the people who want to hide behind ‘my beliefs,’ I would just ask one question: Are you making any moment in space more safe, more inclusive, more well-rounded? Any semblance of better, bringing out the best in someone? …because if you’re not, the only thing you believe in is hate. And children are literally killing themselves because of this hate. Wake up TF! Sincerely, #15.’
Albert reposted a video preaching against homosexuality and transgender people on TikTok
Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan Addressed Albert’s Anti-LGBTQ Post on Wednesday
Retired USWNT star Megan Rapinoe also addressed Albert’s actions in a
On March 28, after intense public backlash, Albert publicly apologized and promised to “do better.”
“I am truly disappointed in myself and deeply sorry for the harm I have caused to my teammates, other players, fans, friends and anyone who was offended,” she wrote.
‘I truly believe that everyone should feel safe and respected everywhere and on every field of play. I know that my actions have not been up to par and for that I sincerely apologize.
“It is an honor and a privilege to be able to play this sport on the world stage and I promise to do better.”
Horan converted his penalty in the 77th minute as the United States came back to defeat Japan 2-1 and open the SheBelieves Cup.
Horan scored a 77th-minute penalty against Japan to help the United States win 2-1.
Jaedyn Shaw also scored for the United States in the match, which featured a record attendance for a friendly match for the United States women at home. It was also the largest crowd at a women’s match in the United States since the 1999 World Cup final.
The match also marked the return of Mallory Swanson and Catarina Macario after long injury absences.
“I think the fans played a huge role in today’s game,” interim U.S. coach Twila Kilgore said of the crowd. “You could feel them all the time.”
Japan scored 30 seconds into the game. Kiko Seike ran down the sideline and evaded a defender with a shot that was just out of reach of U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher. It was the first time the United States conceded a goal in the first minute since 2003.