Why are NWSL soccer players mad at FIFA 23?

The NWSL’s entry into the popular FIFA 23 has sparked outrage among American players. The successful video game was announced a few days ago that included the National Women’s Soccer League between its competitions as a result of the claim of many followers, a piece of news that was received with enthusiasm, although the result was not liked as expected. At least, that’s how soccer players think, who are the main heroes.

The twelve teams that make up the US Women’s Soccer League don’t just feature famous faces like Megan Rapione, Alex Morgan or Rose Lavelle, but also to other very famous soccer players in the United States but not so well known in Europe and feeling ignored in FIFA 23. And it is that some have a similar likeness in their avatar to everyone and others are bald. , no hair. Between laughter and anger the soccer players took it.

Sydney Leroux, forward of Angel City FC, criticized the situation on their social networks, filling their profiles with memes with pictures of their transition to the video game.

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“I know you’re hoping women will just appreciate you giving us a little publicity, but please stop wasting our time. Some of us are bald,” Leroux explained on his Twitter profile.

Other players, such as Madison HammondThey took it with great irony. “Please someone say goodbye to me when they find me: Madison Hammond #99 of Angel City, because it’s… not really!”. Others, apparently Caprice Dydasco, They were more blunt: “I’m grateful that EA Sports finally included the National Women’s Soccer LeagueBut it doesn’t represent me.” Controversy was served.

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