Colin Cowherd criticizes U.S. media for soft coverage of Pulisic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
During a recent episode of The Herd, Colin Cowherd criticized the U.S. soccer media for being "soft" in its coverage of Christian Pulisic following the U.S. men's national team's exit from the World Cup. Cowherd expressed approval of the harsh criticism directed at Pulisic from former American soccer stars like Carli Lloyd and Landon Donovan. He argued that it was "healthy" to hold players accountable, drawing parallels to the scrutiny faced by top NFL quarterbacks. Despite acknowledging Pulisic's injury, Cowherd maintained that disappointment in his performance was warranted after a lackluster World Cup showing. The conversation reflects a broader debate on media accountability and player performance in American soccer.
- •Colin Cowherd labeled U.S. soccer media as 'soft'.
- •Pulisic faced criticism from figures like Carli Lloyd and Landon Donovan.
- •Cowherd said it's healthy to criticize underperforming athletes.
- •He acknowledged Pulisic's injury but emphasized accountability.
- •Discussion reflects tensions in soccer media coverage.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd calls U.S. soccer media ‘soft,’ argues it’s ‘healthy’ to rip Christian Pulisic
"Nearly every former American soccer star in sports media had it out for USMNT phenom Christian Pulisic this week after a rough exit from the World Cup, and FS1’s Colin Cowherd seems to be thrilled by it. Though news eventually broke that Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture in his knee during Monday’s loss…
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