- Fired-up Horan shows mettle as US World Cup co-captain, says coach

Lindsey Horan demonstrated her leadership skills as captain during the 1-1 draw against the Netherlands, according to coach Vlatko Andonovski. Despite being hit hard by her Lyon teammate Danielle van de Donk, Horan quickly recovered and returned to the pitch after a brief moment on the sideline. She even had an angry exchange with van de Donk before scoring a powerful header to level the game for the Americans. Andonovski praised Horan for her resilience and determination, stating that she made a statement and showed the direction of the game. Horan’s ability to reconcile with van de Donk after the match further emphasized her sportsmanship. Carli Lloyd, a retired U.S. player and current Fox Sports analyst, highlighted Horan’s fiery nature and urged her to continue stepping up for the team. Horan’s leadership qualities were also recognized by Lloyd when she passed on her number 10 jersey to Horan upon retirement. Additionally, Horan gained valuable experience from injured captain Becky Sauerbrunn, further shaping her own style of leadership. Looking ahead, the United States will face Portugal in their final group stage match.