evidence: USWNT's Naomi Girma explains decision to not sing national anthem - All 11 USWNT player stood for anthem, but not all participated in singing - Sparked debate of whether or not players should sing the anthem - Girma believes it's her choice to sing or not to sing Following the US women's national team's opening game of the 2023 Women's World Cup where they triumphed 3-0 over Vietnam, defender Naomi Girma explained her and her teammates' decision to not sing the USA national anthem. [...] But Girma was quick to make sure to not make the matter about herself - explaining that no one should be forced to sing their nation's national anthem.