MSNBC host Joy Reid has expressed her desire to see Team USA lose in the World Cup, stating that she hopes an African team wins the tournament instead. Reid made these comments on her podcast, where she discussed her feelings about the United States’ participation in the World Cup.
Reid’s Comments Spark Controversy
Reid’s comments have sparked controversy, with some critics accusing her of being anti-American. Reid clarified that she is not merely rooting against Team USA, but rather wants to see an African team succeed in the tournament. She stated that she is rooting for all the African teams and wants one of them to win, citing the potential benefits for the Global South.
The World Cup is currently underway, with several African teams still in contention. Morocco and Egypt are the only two African teams remaining in the tournament, with Morocco facing Belgium in the Round of 16. Reid’s comments have been met with criticism from some, who argue that she is being unpatriotic by rooting against Team USA.
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