Sergiño Dest Ejected from USMNT Game, Team Advances Despite Loss

Dest's behavior criticized by teammates, issues apology for 'unacceptable' conduct

Sergiño Dest, defender for the US Men's National Team (USMNT), was ejected from a game against Trinidad and Tobago after arguing with the referee and receiving two yellow cards within 30 seconds.
Despite playing with 10 men for the majority of the game, the USMNT still managed to advance to the Copa América and the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals with a 4-2 series advantage.
Dest's behavior was criticized by his teammates, with captain Tim Ream describing it as a 'complete lack of respect' for the team, the game, and the referees.
Dest has previously been in penalty trouble, missing the Nations League final in June after receiving a red card and a three-game ban for participating in a brawl in a match against Mexico.
Following the incident, Dest issued an apology on Instagram, stating his behavior was 'unacceptable, selfish, and immature' and promising it won't happen again.