Carli Lloyd, a two-time World Cup winner with the U.S. Women's National Team, voiced criticism regarding the United States Men's National Team's exit from the World Cup. Following the team's 4-1 defeat against Belgium, Lloyd expressed disappointment with the squad's mentality.
Lloyd specifically highlighted her dissatisfaction with Christian Pulisic's performance throughout the tournament. The former USWNT captain, known for her own clutch performances on the international stage, suggested that Pulisic did not have the tournament he or the team might have expected. The U.S. team's journey ended in the Round of 16, marking a premature departure from the global competition.