JJ Watt Calls Out MLS Team for Snubbing His Soccer Legend Wife

WHO:

Fox News - J.J. Watt, a future Pro Football Hall of Famer, and his wife, Kealia Ohai Watt, a former member of the U.S. Women's National Team.

Daily Mail Sports - J.J. Watt, 37, and Kealia Ohai Watt, 34.

WHAT:

Fox News - J.J. Watt expressed his displeasure on social media regarding a social media post from Real Salt Lake that did not mention his wife, stating, "The woman in the photo grew up literally down the road, won 4 Utah state championships (1 in this exact stadium), Gatorade Player of the Year twice, National Player of the Year, scored the fastest first goal in USWNT history… Could probably be worth a mention, but idk."

Daily Mail Sports - The couple attended Real Salt Lake's friendly match against Burnley ahead of the MLS season returning after the World Cup break.

Fox News - J.J. Watt expressed his displeasure on social media, stating, "The woman in the photo grew up literally down the road, won 4 Utah state championships (1 in this exact stadium), Gatorade Player of the Year twice, National Player of the Year, scored the fastest first goal in USWNT history… Could probably be worth a mention, but idk."

Fox News - J.J. Watt criticized Real Salt Lake for not mentioning his wife, Kealia Ohai Watt, in a social media post, stating, "Could probably be worth a mention, but idk."

Fox News - Kealia Ohai Watt won a national championship with the University of North Carolina.

Fox News - Kealia Ohai Watt was the second overall pick in the NWSL College Draft by the Houston Dash and served as captain from 2016 until her trade to the Chicago Red Stars in 2020.

Fox News - J.J. Watt expressed displeasure that Kealia was not mentioned in a social media post by Real Salt Lake.

Fox News - Watt highlighted Kealia's achievements, including winning four Utah state championships, being a Gatorade Player of the Year twice, and scoring the fastest first goal in USWNT history.

Daily Mail Sports - The couple attended a friendly match between Real Salt Lake and Burnley.

WHERE:

Fox News - The friendly match took place at America First Field in Sandy, Utah.

Fox News - The friendly match between Real Salt Lake and Burnley took place at America First Field in Sandy, Utah.

Fox News - The match took place at America First Field in Sandy, Utah.

Fox News - Kealia Ohai attended Alta High School in Sandy, Utah.

WHEN:

Fox News - The couple purchased their stake in Burnley F.C. in 2023.

Fox News - The match occurred on July 15, 2026.

WHY:

Fox News - J.J. Watt felt that Kealia's local significance and accomplishments warranted recognition in the social media post.

HOW:

Sportskeeda - J.J. Watt rushed to defend his wife after the backlash from Real Salt Lake’s social media post following the exhibition against Burnley FC.

Fox News - J.J. Watt defended his wife on social media after backlash from Real Salt Lake's post, highlighting her local significance and achievements.

Daily Mail Sports - J.J. Watt defended his wife on social media after the backlash from the post by Real Salt Lake.

Fox News - Watt responded to the social media post with a comment highlighting his wife's achievements.

J.J. Watt took to social media to express his frustration over a post from Real Salt Lake that failed to acknowledge his wife, highlighting her impressive achievements in soccer. The couple was present at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, for a friendly match against Burnley as the MLS season prepares to resume after the World Cup break. Following the backlash from the post, Watt quickly defended his wife, emphasizing her significant contributions to the sport.