New York City FC's Mix Diskerud has responded passionately to comments made by US Women's soccer legend Abby Wambach.
The two-time Olympic Gold medalist, World Cup champion and former FIFA World Player of the Year believes that Jurgen Klinsmann should be removed as US Men's coach because he has 'changed and brought in these foreign guys, it's just not something that I believe in.'
The comments have been met with derision by Norway-born NYCFC and US midfielder Diskerud who falls into the category that Wambach highlighted.
On his Instagram page, Diskerud posted a photo of Wambach holding an American flag with the accompanying message below, suggesting he certainly does not agree with the opinion of the 35-year-old.
'Wow Abby, I guess there are pros and cons in limiting the base for selection. You have just singled out a few of us. But why? Why are we your single oddballs? Think about who you try to disenfranchise. Because if you see us as the group to disenfranchise, then at least let it be known who we are. Stats and history will show - "our group" has more than others produced volunteer and defending soldiers for what, by us, is willingly chosen and gathered to be worth protecting: Your nation. Wish you would accept it as ours too. I know we're not quite equal. From "your group of people" the country's Commander in Chief need to be selected. However, other than that - you and I share something not unique, but constitutionally earned, a birthright to defend this nation as an American. Wherever we go. Led by whoever has earned, by democratic process, his/her right to lead, on or off the field, in peace, in war, in practice, or in any other kind of pursuit of your happiness. Enjoy your retirement. But stay active. We all need you. Oddballs or not. Mix'
