Megan Rapinoe backlash after USA’s shocking FIFA Women’s World Cup exit explained

Megan Rapinoe, a celebrated football star and one of the most successful US footballers in history, recently faced a wave of criticism following her missed penalty at the Women’s World Cup 2023. The missed penalty was a significant event as it led to the USA women’s national team’s loss to Sweden in a penalty shootout, marking the end of its reign as Women’s World Cup champions.