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Straus, the Snowbowl & Tie at Azteca Bring US Team Together
Brian Straus’ article, the snowbowl vs Costa Rica and the workman-like tie vs Mexico at Azteca seems to have pulled the USMNT together.
Why Mike Magee Should Get a Call-up to the US National Team
by Derek Richey Mike Magee. What a guy. Is there any doubt about his ability to take a ball on the cut or out of the air? Is there any doubt about his skills on the ground? Is there any doubt that he’s one of the best American players to …
Jurgen Klinsmann Needs a Look in the Mirror, and Soon
The US Players aren’t the only ones letting Jurgen Klinsmann and US fans down… And its not all tired legs, long trips and long grass either… And it isn’t just the evolution of CONCACAF. And this isn’t the first team to face those challenges.
US v Honduras Aftermath: Why You Should Be Concerned
So Jurgen Klinsmann says we’ll see a very different team for the next qualifier in March. I hope so. We’d like to see a very different Jurgen Klinsmann. Why you should be concerned by the US v Honduras result….
US v Antigua & Barbuda World Cup Qualifier: It Didn’t Need to be That Close
The guys discuss and review the US match vs Antigua & Barbuda in the 2012 World Cup Qualifier. The US slips by with a 2-1 win. Eddie Johnson comes away with two goals but does he deserve a “9″ rating? When we get into the hexagon, how comfortable do you …
US v Jamaica: Klinsmann Redeems Himself After Blowing 1st Match
The guys discuss both US v Jamaica World Cup qualifying matches. Did Klinsmann blow game 1 with a totally inappropriate approach? How about the improvements in game 2? Altidore vs Gomez up top? On The Straight Red Card.
Fulham Fans Taunt Clint Dempsey; New Respect from Mexican Team for US Team?
The guys discuss Clint Dempsey’s attempted move from Fulham; the new found respect the Mexican National Team players have for the US Nats; and is there really a “gap” growing between US and Mexican talent? On The Straight Red Card.
About How Excited Should We Get About the US Win vs Mexico at Azteca?
The guys review the result of the US victory of Mexico at Azteca. Was it as ground-breaking and important as was described by so many after the game? on The Straight Red Card.
Dempsey, Dolo, Boca, Chandler Left Off of US Friendly Roster vs Mexico
As the US Nats rally to face Mexico in Mexico City, Jurgen Klinsmann leaves some regular starters off the roster, including Dempsey, Bocanegra, Cherundolo, Bradley, and the unpredictable Timothy Chandler. The team seems poised to try some some “rising stars” including Steven Beithasour, who has been recruited by the Iranian …
MLS All-Stars Defeat Chelsea 3-2; Really a “Message” to Europe?
The guys discuss the MLS All-Star victory over Chelsea (2012), 3-2. Does this game really send a message to Europe about hoe MLS has improved? Also, who were your players of the game? Wondolowski, Henry, Beckham, Pontius, Beitshour, Morrow, Alonso, Demerit? On the Straight Red Card.
