Berhalter fires at Australia ahead of Group D clash
USA waiting, and the barbs are flying
Friday is USA in Group D. Sebastian Berhalter lit the fuse in the buildup: "I think one [of this team's core beliefs] is that we're American. We don't take shit" (1). It is exactly the kind of line that travels. Both camps know this one matters, Australia off that shock 2–0 win over Turkey, the Americans with a point to prove (1) (3).
Mabil on the viral video and a SBS throwback
That team video doing the rounds? Awer Mabil says it hit because the country sees itself in this squad. "Australians can relate to the diversity," he told The Guardian (4). Then came a moment that stopped the room. Spotting commentator David Basheer, Mabil said: "Sorry, David from SBS, right? I grew up watching you" (4).
Sources
- 1. theguardian.com — As USA World Cup barbs fly, the Socceroos get motivated to have the final word
- 3. theguardian.com — USMNT World Cup opponent watch: unpredictability is Australia’s greatest asset
- 4. theguardian.com — Team video went viral because Australians can relate to Socceroos’ diversity, says Awer Mabil