The USMNT and the curse of expectation
Why is World Cup qualification so hard for the US? Jeremy Lane explores.
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Reaction and player ratings: Honduras 2–1 USA
In a game where both teams were quite evenly matched, and the U.S. should feel chagrined to have let a point slip through its fingers due to individual errors.
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Preview: Honduras v USA
With most of the US roster for the first qualifier of the Hex flying in from overseas after the disappointing draw with Canada, a win would be wonderful, but getting a point should be seen as a victory.
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Recap: USA 0–0 Canada
Considering the good vibes coming out of the USMNT training camp and Canada’s 4–0 defeat to Denmark just days previous, to see such a low-speed, low-energy game was a shock.
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Preview: USMNT v Canada
Tonight’s USA v Canada friendly will be an opportunity for many players with something to prove ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
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USMNT: A new year begins
It’s a new year and a new roster, the perfect opportunity to assess the state of national team affairs.
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Recap/Analysis and Player Ratings: Russia 2–2 USMNT
The Russian team was quite good, and the U.S. team was nowhere near its best, but managed to get the goals it needed thanks to fine strikes from Michael Bradley and Mix Diskerud.
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Preview: Russia v. USMNT
The game doesn’t count for points but it’s a chance to learn about some young players in the search for the US to find the right mix to ensure not only effective, but also attractive, soccer
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