This is how I see it. And if we win a medal, it’ll generate a lot of interest among American sports fans who follow soccer only casually or...
100% agree with this. The Olympics is a unique sporting event. In the U.S., the Copa America will not get as much attention and publicity as the...
This remains true, even though soccer is without doubt becoming much more popular each year. You (we) on BigSoccer are soccer nerds, but most...
Wow that Portland - USD game is shocking. In addition to the 5-1 score, Portland outshot the Toreros 18-1 and had 8 corners to 2 for USD. San...
Does anyone have an update on either Tomkinson or Sanogo? Either destination or current club standing or current form?
Very glad to hear this! I’d love to see us make a serious effort to win a medal.
jaykoz is correct, and it highlights that MLS continues to grow and thrive. I’m an old school pro/rel guy who never believed the MLS model would...
Morocco. At the WC, they seemed so comfortable staying organized and executing a simple game plan. Nothing fancy but very effective.
Great points! Also kudos to ElevenBravo for the grunt work and excellent analysis. Selection for the various tourneys/games will not be easy. We...
Charles Renken taught me to “never be sure” about a young prospect. I was absolutely, 100% sure that, at a minimum, he would be a regular USMNT...
Good point, and it’s a valid way to see the problem. A different way to look at the problem (and solution) is that good ball handlers tend to draw...
If Iran parks the bus (not sure they will), I would go 4-1-4-1 with same defenders, Adams at 6, Pulisic and Weah wingers, and Aaronson and De La...
For sure. He has worked hard for years and is reaping the reward. Let’s hope he has a good tourney!
To all of you going to Qatar: good luck and have a great time! It’s time to stop analyzing and start being a biased fan. Go USA!
A predicted 1-0 Quarterfinal loss to France. Not bad, but maybe we can earn a penalty for a draw, hang on in extra time, then win in PKs. I...
Assuming none of our current strikers gets hot suddenly, I think McKennie should start, but at striker with either Reyna (if healthy) or Aaronson...
Agree that Ebobisse is a legitimate option. If he keeps producing, he might be in Qatar. I also like Taylor Booth a lot, but we really are...
Funny and so true!
I just watched the game and was pleasantly surprised. First, the entire team worked their butts off throughout the 90+ minutes. We look like a...
I believe we’ll somehow get through group play, but your scenario above caught my attention and worries me. It highlights the importance of...
Fantastic! Thank you!
As many have noted, Zimmerman had a great performance, and it follows other excellent performances. He has become a complete defender: great...
Very good! I would rate Lletget and Dike higher, and may give Mueller a bump, but your picks are well thought out and easy to defend.
I think his upside is huge, and he’s already excellent. He has all the physical tools and the right mental makeup. Let’s hope he stays healthy and...
Indeed!