Recap and Reaction: USMNT 1–0 Honduras
Another goal from the suddenly on fire Jozy Altidore helped the US grab all 9 points on offer over their most recent string of qualifiers.
Another goal from the suddenly on fire Jozy Altidore helped the US grab all 9 points on offer over their most recent string of qualifiers.
With the U.S. riding a three-game winning streak (including the 4–3 friendly victory over Germany), and what promises to be a lively home support in Rio Tinto, the home team is the clear favorite.
A former Ocean City player scored a late equalizer for his new team, Reading United. Wielding a dagger like that earns you Player of the Week.
The USMNT put together perhaps their most complete performance of the Jurgen Klinsmann era, and soundly defeated Panama 2–0 to move to the top of the Hex.
Even without two key players from Friday night’s win over Jamaica, the US is still a better team than Panama.
Against Columbus, he shielded the back four, stepped into passing lanes, and broke up attacks with timely tackles. He also scored the gamewinner.
The US picked up three big points in their quest to qualify for the 2014 World Cup with a first half goal from Jozy Altidore and stoppage time winner from Brad Davis.
With Jamaica needing a win, expect the Jamaican team to come out very strong from the opening whistle.
Aaron Wheeler used his time on loan from the Union with Harrisburg over the weekend to score a brace in the 4-0 road win over Charlotte.
Behind a sterling all-around display from Jozy Altidore and two well-taken goals by Clint Dempsey, the U.S. weathered some late heavy legs and German pressure to win 4–3.
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