An in-form US midfield and a team ready for the wintry elements can almost secure World Cup qualification this week. Breaking down the games, the roster, and the curious omission of John Brooks.
Coming off a spectacular summer, a young, deep American team seeks to vanquish the remaining demons from the 2018 World Cup cycle.
Two years after the catastrophe in Couva, the US Men’s program remains stuck in the mud, no matter how often the Federation insists progress is being made.
Canada pummeled the United States last month in Toronto.
Can the US exact some revenge– and regain some confidence in the Berhalter regime?
Very little was gained or learned in the US demolition of Cuba Friday night to open Nations League play.
Tuesday’s game against Canada will be far more interesting.
We preview why.
In Grenoble, a city famous for defensive fortifications, Canada emerged as a team that has found a defensive identity- and with it- a chance to win a World Cup.
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