Megan Rapinoe faced backlash for joking about her Achilles tendon injury during her final soccer game. Critics on social media slammed his comments, celebrating his exit from Team USA and mocking the injury. Despite the controversy, many have defended Rapinoe, calling for respect for her right to express her beliefs.
The soccer icon suffered a non-contact Achilles injury during the National Women’s Soccer League Championship, marking the end of her playing career. In her emotional farewell, Rapinoe expressed gratitude to fans and hinted at a future return to the media landscape.
Critics Furious Over Megan Rapinoe’s God Comments
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Soccer icon Rapinoe came under fire after making a joke about her injury during her last game. In response to her Achilles injury, Rapinoe quipped, “I’m not a religious person or anything, and if there is a God, like, this is proof that there isn’t. This is f—– up. It’s just f—– up. Six more minutes, and I ate my Achilles.”
Critics on social media slammed his statement, with some taking to X (formerly Twitter) to express joy at his departure from Team USA and mocking the injury.
“I’m so happy that Megan Rapinoe who MOCKED GOD after her injury is no longer representing TEAM USA!!!” one user wrote.
Another wrote: “I hope he gets everything he deserves. I’m fine with this. It’s a good start.”
A third person suggested it was all an act, writing: “Randomly fell to the ground untouched. Very suitable.”
A fourth quipped: “Megan Rapinoe thinks that being hurt by an invisible opponent is proof that God doesn’t exist. Victim mentality to the bitter end.”
However, others defended Rapinoe, calling for respect for her right to express her beliefs.
One supporter wrote, “I’ve seen some pretty nasty comments about him because of this, but frankly I think people are too sensitive to jokes.” They continued: “If you want people to respect your religious beliefs then you have to respect their beliefs. That includes their right not to believe in God.”
Another criticized the cruelty of celebrating her injury despite political differences, adding: “It’s easy to inject Megan Rapinoe who was injured in her last game. It is cruel and sinful to do this. He may have bad politics, but to be proud of his injury is not the game here.”
Megan Rapinoe Says Tearing Her Achilles Was ‘Worst Possible Outcome’
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While attempting a defensive play in the finals during the National Women’s Soccer League Championship, Rapinoe suffered a career-ending non-contact Achilles injury in the sixth minute of the OL Reign’s loss against Gotham FC.
Speaking to reporters in a post-match press conference, Rapinoe jokingly referred to getting the “Aaron Rodgers treatment” for recovery.
While detailing the injury to The Seattle Times, The 38-year-old said, “That’s what it feels like. Just a big pop, and I couldn’t feel where the Achilles was, but I was pretty sure I tore my Achilles. The worst possible outcome.”
Megan Rapinoe’s Emotional Goodbye As She Walks Off The Field
In a heartbreaking farewell, Rapinoe gave an emotional farewell to fans after her final match. He expressed his deep gratitude to the fans, stating it was “an honor to wear this shirt and play my childhood dream.”
Speaking to supporters in Chicago, the Olympic star reflected on their collective journey. “We fought so hard on the field, had so much fun, so much success,” he recalled.
Rapinoe continued, “We fight so hard off the field to continue to create more space for ourselves to be who we are, but hopefully, in turn, more space for all of you to be yourselves.”
He May Return To Media After Retirement
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Despite her controversial history, Rapinoe is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in women’s soccer, earning her legacy with two World Cup wins, 203 USWNT appearances, three NWSL Shields at OL Reign, and the 2019 Feminine Ballon d’Or.
Now that his illustrious career is over, his future after football remains to be seen, but he is hinting at a return to the media landscape.
Looking back on his retirement, he expressed his gratitude, stating: “I feel very lucky and very grateful to have played as long as I have played and played with the incredible players I’ve played (with).”
She continued: “Every kind of new cycle that I go through, I’ve been close to certain players and built relationships and played with some of the best players in the world” “I’ll retire on the pitch, but you’ll definitely see a lot of me,” Rapinoe insisted after the NWSL Championship match.
We wish Megan Rapinoe a speedy recovery and a happy retirement!
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