Marsch reveals he had to beg U.S. players to sing anthem
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Former United States men's national team assistant coach Jesse Marsch stated that he occasionally had to beg players to sing the national anthem. His comments shed light on the team's approach to pre-match rituals. The statement comes amid ongoing discussions regarding team morale and unity as they prepare for international competitions.
- •Jesse Marsch served as an assistant coach for USMNT.
- •Players' reluctance to sing the anthem suggests possible issues with team spirit.
- •Marsch's comments come as the team prepares for upcoming competitions.
- •The situation highlights the importance of national pride in sports.
- 1:34 PMESPN Soccer — Marsch 'had to beg' U.S. players to sing anthem
"Former United States men's national team (USMNT) assistant coach Jesse March has revealed he sometimes "had to beg" the American players to sing the national anthem.
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