Crystal Dunn silences the critics!

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The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) beat host team France yesterday and is moving on to the semi-finals against England. The USWNT won 2-1 with Megan Rapinoe scoring both goals of the game. However, yesterday’s stand out star was Left Back Crystal Dunn whose defense was crucial for the game win. Playing a position she does not normally play, critics were wondering what coach Ellis was thinking when she chose Dunn as Left Back for this important tournament. After the victory, it was clear why Ellis made that decision.

"Dunn vs Diani was like the undercard to the whole fight. And Dunn won the fight!"@enialu and @AlexiLalas break down @crysdunn_19's performance and the @USWNT defense as a whole. 💯 pic.twitter.com/mwmQjkNoYD

— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 28, 2019

Crystal Dunn was relentless against France’s Kadidiatou Diani in yesterday’s game and the publicity she is getting is well deserved. As the quote goes, “the best offense is a great defense” and it proved right in yesterdays win. The USWNT went into the game knowing it was going to be a tough match and Crystal Dunn stepped up to block any ball opportunity that France was given. Her strength and versatility as a soccer player was highlighted yesterday and I am glad that people are now noticing her as a player to watch out for on the pitch.

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Megan Rapinoe and "the F**king White House"

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Co-captain of the U.S. National Team, Megan Rapinoe, has made headlines this week when a video was released of her saying “I’m not going to the f**king White House.” Rapinoe has since apologized for using the vulgar language but stands by her statement that she would not visit the White House because of the current occupants.

Classic 👌🏾😂 @mPinoe
Q: “Are you excited about going to the White House?”

Megan Rapinoe: “I’m not going to the f**king White House. #meganrapinoe #byherownrules pic.twitter.com/HhHh6fkQUp

— By Her Own Rules (@byherownrules) June 26, 2019

Rapinoe has come under fire across the nation because of her decision to support National Anthem protests. She is using her celebrity to speak against the injustices in the United States and speak out against the views of the current government. She is not afraid to speak against Mr. Donald Trump, a president whom in the past she has called “sexist,” “misogynistic,” “small-minded,” “racist” and “not a good person.” Trump has recently taken to twitter in response to Rapinoe’s comments with a series of tweets with one saying:

“Megan should WIN first before she TALKS! Finish the job!’’

Say what the haters want to say about Megan Rapinoe, it is evident that she backs her words with action having 5 goals so far this tournament vying for a chance to win the Golden Boot (awarded to the top goalscorer of the FIFA World Cup).

 

Girl Power! Now please turn down the power...

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The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) has officially qualified for the knockout stage in the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The @USWNT scored their 18th goal of the group stage - that's a new #FIFAWWC record! 🇺🇸💪 pic.twitter.com/Yw0MDoRCVq

— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 20, 2019

Despite their success, the USWNT was criticized for their June 11th win against Thailand. The U.S. dominated Thailand with a 13-0 win, which for those unfamiliar with Soccer has never been done in Women's World Cup or Men's World Cup history. Many people questioned whether the team should have eased up on the goals and stated that their cheering after every goal was overkill.

The USWNT is representing the United States in the World Cup tournament better than their male counterparts who for the first time since 1986 didn't qualify in the FIFA Men’s World Cup last year.  Any story in the media comes with criticism. To the Women's National Team, I say go forth to win and have fun doing it. You deserve every celebratory accomplishment because only you know the sacrifices that you have overcome to be where you are today. Thank you for representing our nation and hope you bring home the trophy again.

Watch the game highlights below provided by Fox Soccer and comment if you think the Women should have toned down their celebrations: