“To be dancing, smiling… I mean, the player of the match was that post. You were lucky to not be going home right now.” Consider this one of Carli Lloyd’s milder criticisms after watching the USWNT players celebrate their narrow progression to the knockout stage of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, despite a lackluster group-stage performance. Honestly, the likes of Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and others have endured far harsher words, with Lloyd rarely having a filter. Unapologetic has long been her nature—until now, as the former striker has finally fired off that magical five-letter word that fixes even the worst of the worst situations.
Yes, you guessed it right—Carli has finally said the word “sorry.” She’s apologized for all the harsh criticism and blunt commentary she once aimed at her former teammates and fellow national stars. And let’s be honest—it’s not like this was long expected from the former USWNT skipper. Everyone knows how tough she was, not just as a player but also as a pundit, always finding ways to deliver constructive—if not outright destructive—criticism.
It often came across as harsh to those on the receiving end, who had two choices: accept it for what it was or play with fire and respond. More often than not, when it came to Lloyd, it was the first option. But now, it seems the sun has finally risen in the west, with the iconic forward making peace and clearing any grudges or grievances others may have held against her for her outspoken nature.
And you won’t believe where this heartfelt expression came from—none other than the grand stage of her Soccer Hall of Fame induction speech. “I operated like an emotionless machine… I truly believed that the only way for me to survive in such a cutthroat environment was to be that way… To my teammates… I’m sorry I wasn’t always able to give you all of me,” Carli Lloyd vocally admitted, as compiled by Just Women’s Sports.
The two-time World Cup champ apologized to her teammates during her Soccer Hall of Fame acceptance speech. pic.twitter.com/a7rDRNDNsR
— Just Women’s Sports (@justwsports) May 5, 2025
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