Tim Weah reacts to US pundits ahead of Australia match
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 6:36 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
US winger Tim Weah addressed media comments dismissing Australia as an easy opponent ahead of their World Cup match on Friday. Following a convincing 4-1 win against Paraguay, former USMNT players launched barbs at the Socceroos, labeling them as average. Weah, rolling his eyes at the media's take, emphasized that Australia showcases grit and talent. He stated that the team respects their upcoming opponent and anticipates a competitive match. The Socceroos have also responded, expressing frustration over the disparaging remarks from former US players. The two teams previously met in a match last year, a contest marked by intensity and physicality, hinting at a spirited rematch.
- •Tim Weah calls media comments about Australia 'nonsense'.
- •USMNT faces Australia on Friday in the World Cup.
- •Former players criticized Australia; US players defend them.
- •Australia's players express frustration over US media remarks.
- •Previous encounter ended in a 2-1 win for the US.
- 6:36 PMYahoo Sports — Tim Weah greets US media barbs at Socceroos with eyeroll: ‘It’s going to be a lovely game’
- 6:36 PMThe Guardian Sport — Tim Weah greets US media barbs at Socceroos with eyeroll: ‘It’s going to be a lovely game’
"Former USMNT players have disparaged Australia Australia and US face each other on Friday Former US players, perhaps caught up in the swell of confidence brought about by the team’s 4-1 romp over Paraguay in their World Cup opener, have fired barbs at Australia, their next opponents. The Socceroos have fired back. And current US players are having none of it. “All this talk is just nonsense to me,” US winger Tim Weah told the media on Tuesday, seconds after rolling his eyes and giving an incredulous look when told about comments from US pundits describing Friday’s match as a “layup,” or that the Australian team itself is “average.” Continue reading...
"Former US players, perhaps caught up in the swell of confidence brought about by the team’s 4-1 romp over Paraguay in their World Cup opener, have fired barbs at Australia, their next opponents. The Socceroos have fired back. “All this talk is just nonsense to me,” US winger Tim Weah told the media on Tuesday, seconds after rolling his eyes and giving an incredulous look when told about comments from US pundits describing Friday’s match as a “layup,” or that the Australian team itself is “average.”
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 6:36 PMTim Weah greets US media barbs at Socceroos with eyeroll: ‘It’s going to be a lovely game’
Former US players, perhaps caught up in the swell of confidence brought about by the team’s 4-1 romp over Paraguay in their World Cup opener, have fired barbs at Australia, their next opponents. The Socceroos have fired back. “All this talk is just nonsense to me,” US winger Tim Weah told the media on Tuesday, seconds after rolling his eyes and giving an incredulous look when told about comments from US pundits describing Friday’s match as a “layup,” or that the Australian team itself is “average.”
- The Guardian SportJun 16, 2026, 6:36 PMTim Weah greets US media barbs at Socceroos with eyeroll: ‘It’s going to be a lovely game’
Former USMNT players have disparaged Australia Australia and US face each other on Friday Former US players, perhaps caught up in the swell of confidence brought about by the team’s 4-1 romp over Paraguay in their World Cup opener, have fired barbs at Australia, their next opponents. The Socceroos have fired back. And current US players are having none of it. “All this talk is just nonsense to me,” US winger Tim Weah told the media on Tuesday, seconds after rolling his eyes and giving an incredulous look when told about comments from US pundits describing Friday’s match as a “layup,” or that the Australian team itself is “average.” Continue reading...
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