The NWSL misidentified Mana Shim during the Orlando Pride broadcast on Saturday night, sparking outrage online.
Of all the mistakes to make on this #NWSL broadcast - are you kidding me, the utter disrespect to Mana and the complete lack of preparation is unacceptable https://t.co/3GCt2fwbve— Steph Yang | Horrible Soccer Goose (@thrace) October 9, 2021
Of all the mistakes to make on this #NWSL broadcast - are you kidding me, the utter disrespect to Mana and the complete lack of preparation is unacceptable https://t.co/3GCt2fwbve
Along with Sinead Farrelly, Shim publicly accused former NWSL coach Paul Riley of sexual coercion and emotional abuse in The Athletic. Since the report’s publishing, Shim and Farrelly have called for “more justice” and systemic change inside the league.
Shim was in attendance for the Pride and NJ/NY Gotham FC matchup in Orlando on Saturday, joining the players during the game’s sixth minute to link arms at midfield in an act of solidarity and silence. The broadcast, however, misidentified Shim, zooming in and placing a name chyron on the wrong person.
Just to be clear — Mana Shim is at the Orlando Pride game and was standing with Alex Morgan in the circle at the sixth minute. The broadcast just zoomed in on the wrong person (Brittany Wilson) which is the cause for the confusion. https://t.co/VgTco3HJya— Julia Poe 🎃👻 (@byjuliapoe) October 9, 2021
Just to be clear — Mana Shim is at the Orlando Pride game and was standing with Alex Morgan in the circle at the sixth minute. The broadcast just zoomed in on the wrong person (Brittany Wilson) which is the cause for the confusion. https://t.co/VgTco3HJya
After the game, Alex Morgan spoke about the importance of Shim’s presence during the game’s demonstration.
“That moment was heavy. I think the whole match was heavy and obviously it was just amazing to have Mana here and just be able to be here with her during this time and show our support for her.”