Some appeared to also falsely accuse Rapinoe, who has been critical of President Donald Trump, of stomping on the flag.
The incident was serious enough to prompt articles from the conservative outlet The Daily Caller as well as from Fox News.
Rapinoe has long been a target of conservative ire, having previously kneeled during the national anthem before games to join NFL star Colin Kaepernick in protesting police brutality and racial injustice. While she stood for the anthem during the 2019 World Cup, comments she made earlier this year about a visit to the White House went viral during the tournament.."No f***ing way will we be invited to the White House. [Trump] tries to avoid inviting a team that might decline.
"We haven't yet invited Megan or the team, but I am now inviting the TEAM, win or lose," Trump continued."Megan should never disrespect our Country, the White House, or our Flag, especially since so much has been done for her & the team. Be proud of the Flag that you wear. The USA is doing GREAT!"
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