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Altidore Leads USA over Canada; Panama take down 10-man Guadeloupe
The USA took the first step towards returning to the Confederations Cup getting their Gold Cup campaign off to a positive start Tuesday night.
Putting in a workmanlike effort the USA took care of opening round business with a 2-0 victory over a very game Canadian squad Tuesday night. While the USA got a well-earned victory they’re joined at the top of group C by Panama who took care of a 10-man Guadeloupe squad 3-2 in the early game.
USMNT Outclassed by Relentless Spain
When the U.S. scheduled today’s fixture with Spain they likely felt it would be a good tune up for a team destined to fight it out with Mexico for CONCACAF supremacy in the coming weeks. Spain got a brace from Santi Cazorla and goals from Negredo and Fernando Torres to down the host 4-0 ahead of their Gold Cup opener against Canada on Tuesday.
What happened in Boston today was nothing less than a confidence shaker. Playing most of the match with their reserves, the U.S. were undone by a four goal performance from the reigning world champions on the backs of a number of outstanding performances from a mix of Spain’s “A” and “B” level players.
Examining the Gold Cup Group Stage: Who’ll be alive June 18th?
With the Gold Cup starting Sunday with Costa Rica v. Cuba and Mexico v. El Salvador it’s time to take a look at the groups and peek at who are in line to earn the right to get to the knockout stages.
While the favorites in each group may be easy to point out – although group B is wide open – I’ll take a stab at picking who will be alive in the tournament June 18th for the Quarterfinals.
CONCACAF stars in the shop window at the Gold Cup
With the CONCACAF Gold Cup just days away from starting there’s an opportunity for players from around the region to use the regional tournament as an individual showcase.
What players can make the most of the opportunity? Here’s a look at some players who can profit from a big month of June representing their country and parlay that success to the club level.
Five Thoughts on U.S. Gold Cup Roster
After a little bit of a wait Bob Bradley released the U.S.’ Gold Cup roster and there were a few surprises included. With that in mind here are five or thoughts about the U.S. roster and how it affects their chances in the championship.
U.S. releases its roster for Gold Cup, Spain friendly
After delaying the release of the U.S. national team roster, head coach Bob Bradley finally came out with his list of the 23 men who will wear the red, white, and blue in the U.S. team’s June 4 friendly against Spain and in the CONCACAF Gold Cup June 5 through 25. As has become expected,…
Breaking Down the CONCACAF Gold Cup Favorites: A look at the United States and Mexico
CONCACAF’s regional championship is just two and half weeks away and two teams are the clear favorites to take the Gold Cup and a coveted spot in the 2013 Confederations Cup in Brazil. Those two teams: the United States and Mexico.
These two teams are the deepest and most talented squads in the North and Central American region, but which is the favorite? Heading into the tournament – which starts in Dallas, TX June 5th – a poll would likely come out split. With that being the case, let’s take a look at each team.
US Women’s National Team 2011 Shirts
Nike has launched the 2011 USA Women National Soccer Team kit. The kit is designed for increased performance and a lower environmental impact. This summer in Germany, USWNT will be wearing the Nike’s most environment-friendly and technologically advanced uniform. Each kit is made entirely from recycled polyester produced from up to eight recycled plastic bottles….
Barcelona 2011 US Tour: Manchester United, Chivas and Club America
UEFA Champions League finalists, Barcelona and Manchester United will go face-to-face in their summer tours of the US. No matter what happens at Wembley, there will be a rematch. Barcelon will begin their summer tour in Europe against a yet unknown opponent followed by two matches in Munich’s Audi Cup on July 21st and 22nd….
USA 2011/2012 Third Kit
Fans of the USA national team voiced a desire for a red third kit to complete the red, white and blue kit combination to mirror the US national flag. Their desire was met head on by Nike. When the USMNT takes field against Argentina in a friendly this Saturday, 26th Marsh 2011, at the Meadowlands…
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