Tonight’s USA v Canada friendly will be an opportunity for many players with something to prove ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Author: Jeremy Lane
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.
Season Review: Gabriel Farfan
The converted from the midfield, Farfan is still learning the nuances of positioning as a left back. He’s simply too talented, too committed, and has too much potential to not have a place in the starting XI.
MLS Cup Final Recap: LA Galaxy 3–1 Houston Dynamo
Most predictions had LA winning the MLS Cup for the second year in a row. That’s what happened, but the Galaxy could have won more comfortably than they did.
Season Review: Chris Albright
While he was serviceable in all appearances, and rarely a liability, his lack of speed and athleticism puts his playing future in doubt. His non-physical tools, however, may see his tenure with the Union continue for some time.
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.