Tim Weah greets US media barbs at Socceroos with eyeroll: ‘It’s going to be a lovely game’ (opens original article in a new tab)

US player Tim Weah responded to media criticism of Australia's team by praising their determination and predicting a competitive match, while Australian players expressed frustration with the US media's comments.

• Former US players criticized Australia's team as 'average' and a 'layup' for the US in their World Cup match.
• US player Tim Weah dismissed the media comments, calling the Australian team a 'young team with a lot of fight' and predicting a 'lovely game'.
• Australia's players expressed frustration with the US media's comments, with some stating they are 'sick of it' and preferring to focus on the game itself.