Korbin Albert did not uphold USWNT integrity by sharing anti LGBT TikTok post, say Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan at press conference - after Megan Rapinoe called the 20-year-old out on Instagram before she said sorry

USWNT stars Alex Morgan and Lindsey Horan said Korbin Albert did not uphold the team's integrity by sharing her anti-LGBTQ TikTok post late in March.

On Wednesday, Horan and Morgan appeared at the team's press conference ahead of their game against Japan on April 6. The pair weren't initially listed for the call but showed up to address Albert's social media activity. 

'We're extremely extremely sad that the standard was not upheld,' Horan said. 'Our fans and our supporters feel like this is a team that they can rally behind. It's so important that they continue to feel undeniably heard and seen.'

'We stand by maintaining a safe and respectful place, especially as allies and members of the LGBTQ+ community,' Morgan added. 'This platform has given us an opportunity to highlight causes that matter to us- something that we never take for granted.'

'It is also important to note that we've had internal discussions around the situation,' Morgan continued. 'And that will stay within the team. But one thing to note is that we never shied away from hard conversations.'

Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan addressed Korbin Albert's anti-LGBTQ post on Wednesday 

Albert reposted a video preaching against homosexuality and transgenders on TikTok 

Retired USWNT star Megan Rapinoe starred in the backlash towards Albert regarding the post

Rapinoe didn't specifically name Albert, but challenged her to stop 'hiding behind "my beliefs"'

Albert got slammed for reposting a now-deleted video of a Christian worship space preaching against homosexuality and 'feeling transgender.'

Without naming Albert, retired USWNT star Megan Rapinoe took to Instagram and wrote: 'To the people who want to hide behind "my beliefs" I would just ask one question, are you making any time of space safer, more inclusive, more whole, any semblance of better, bringing the best out of anyone? … because if you aren't all you believe in is hate. And Kids are literally killing themselves because of this hate. Wake TF up! Yours Truly, #15.'

Several senior players from the national team, including captain Becky Sauerbrunn, Lynn Williams, and Kristie Mewis, shared Rapinoe's post in solidarity.

The Paris Saint Germain midfielder and USWNT rising star previously posted similar content on social media. In another TikTok post - that has since been deleted - Albert showed her family saying 'their pronouns are USA,' during the Fourth of July weekend.

Additionally, Albert liked an Instagram post of a meme that read: 'God taking time off performing miracles to make sure Megan Rapinoe sprains her ankle in her final ever game.'

On March 28, Albert issued a public apology and acknowledged her 'hurtful' actions

Albert, who wears the No. 15 Rapinoe wore with the USWNT, previously liked an Instagram post which mocked the midfielder for an injury she sustained in the final game of her career in 2023

The meme referred to Rapinoe tearing her Achilles tendon in the 2023 NWSL Championship game in just the third minute as her team, OL Reign, lost to Gotham FC on penalty kicks.

On March 28, Albert publicly apologized and promised 'to do better' following the backlash.

'I'm really disappointed in myself and am deeply sorry for the hurt that I have caused to my teammates, other players, fans, friends and anyone who was offended,' she wrote.

'I truly believe that everyone should feel safe and respected everywhere and on all playing fields. I know my actions have not lived up to that and for that I sincerely apologize.

'It's an honor and a privilege to get to play this sport and on the world stage and I promise to do better.'