World Cup 2018: Landon Donovan defends support for Mexico
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Former US football player Landon Donovan has defended his support of his team's North America rival, Mexico, in an advertisement for the World Cup.
The former USA captain shared an image of himself holding a scarf emblazoned with the words "my other team is Mexico", and tweeted "Vamos Mexico".
But some players were quick to condemn the move, with one saying he'd rather cut off his toe than support Mexico.
The US is not at the World Cup in Russia after it failed to qualify.
Donovan, 35, defended his pro-Mexico stance by citing his upbringing in Southern California playing "futbol" with Mexican teammates.
"My heart bleeds red, white and blue and no one should ever question my allegiance to and support of US soccer and all of its national teams," he said on Twitter on Sunday.
"Since the USMNT sadly is not participating in the 2018 World Cup, I am supportive of our CONCACAF rivals and would like to see them do well."
Donovan also referenced the successful North American bid for the 2026 World Cup in his response, saying that he too supports "building bridges, not barriers" between the countries.
The tournament is here! USA fans, our team may not be in Russia, but our neighbors to the south are. So join me and their proud #sponsor @WellsFargo to cheer on our other team, Mexico @miseleccionmxEN. ¡Vamos México!
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