While the US attack looked dangerous, the defense continued to look shaky. PSP looks at the win over Guatemala and has player ratings for the latest qualification cycle.
USMNT
Reaction: Antigua & Barbuda 1–2 USA
On Friday night, the U.S. Men’s National Team did it’s best to give us all heart problems. We look at the vital win and consider what to expect in Tuesday’s qualifier against Guatemala.
Preview: Antigua & Barbuda vs USA
Surprising roster omissions and injuries have raised concerns ahead of Friday’s World Cup qualifier against Antigua & Barbuda. But there’s no need to panic (yet).
Reaction & player ratings: USMNT 1–0 Jamaica
The U.S. played one half of excellent soccer and one half of acceptable soccer, and they won a very, very important game.
Recap: USMNT 1–0 Jamaica
With two games left to play in the semifinal round, the U.S. has a little more breathing room, and, while the scoreboard doesn’t show it, this was a much-improved performance
Analysis and player ratings: Jamiaca 2–1 USMNT
For those of you that saw it, you know—it was ugly. For the U.S., the main positive is that nearly all the wounds were self-inflicted.