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According to The Guardian, Clint Dempsey, a legendary USMNT player, recently pushed back strongly against Canada national team coach Jesse Marsh's claim made during a live broadcast that "American players had to be asked, even begged, to sing the national anthem."

Marsh made these comments during a pre-match press conference for Canada's national team, where he praised the patriotism of Canadian players in comparison to American counterparts. Marsh served as an assistant coach for the U.S. national team from 2010 to 2011 and was part of the staff at the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Two years ago, he became the first American-born coach to lead Canada's men's national team.

Marsh claimed that American players previously lacked enthusiasm for singing the national anthem, whereas Canadian players are entirely different. He stated: "In America, we sometimes even had to beg players to sing the anthem."

He continued: "But these Canadian players are genuinely proud to be Canadian and to represent their country, so they sing loudly."

Dempsey, now a commentator for FOX Sports covering the FIFA World Cup, directly rebutted these remarks on a pre-match show.

He said: "Did he really say that? Honestly, I can't take this guy seriously."

"For me, representing my country since childhood has been an honor. When the anthem plays, I don't typically sing out loud, but I place my hand on my chest and pray to God."

"But I've fought for this country. I broke my nose playing for the USMNT and returned to the field after two heart surgeries."

"I won't accept comments from someone who turned his back on America and now sings another country's anthem instead."

"As my friend Henry would say, stick to your own business. Don't cross the line. He looks like he's riding a scooter—he should manage his own team first."

After the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Gregg Berhalter's contract as U.S. national team coach expired, and Marsh was initially considered a leading candidate to replace him. However, the U.S. Soccer Federation ultimately chose to renew Berhalter's contract. Marsh subsequently claimed he was not treated fairly during the coaching selection process.

Dempsey represented the USMNT at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, when Marsh was one of the assistant coaches.

Dempsey is tied with Landon Donovan as the USMNT's all-time leading scorer with 57 goals.

In recent interviews, Dempsey reiterated his disagreement with Marsh's remarks, emphasizing that representing his country since childhood was the highest honor and that this sense of responsibility has sustained his career.

Regarding the anthem ritual, Dempsey clarified his approach is more subdued: "I don't typically sing loudly, but I place my hand on my chest and offer my own form of respect and prayer. Singing the national anthem is standard in America—everyone sings before major events."

He also questioned Marsh's position: "I won't accept advice from someone who turned his back and now sings another country's anthem. I'm simply saying: manage your own affairs and Canada's—don't worry about us."

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