Last season the Union needed a US Open Cup run to keep spirits high as they spun down the Nowak rabbit hole. A year later, the team they beat to keep the 2012 USOC run alive is equally desperate for a catalyzing victory in cup competition.
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USA v Panama news, All-Star Ballot, Carroll & Williams on SI TOTW, more news
Attendance and turf conditions questions dominate discussion ahead of tonight’s USMNT World Cup qualifier against Panama. Six Union players on ASG ballot. Carroll and WIlliams named to SI’s Team of the Week. More.
Preview: USMNT v Panama
Even without two key players from Friday night’s win over Jamaica, the US is still a better team than Panama.
Player of the Week: Brian Carroll
Against Columbus, he shielded the back four, stepped into passing lanes, and broke up attacks with timely tackles. He also scored the gamewinner.
News from Reading-Union friendly, HCI loses at home, RU & OC win in league play, USMNT prepares for Panama
Union top Reading in friendly. USA prepares for Panama after big win in Jamaica. Harrisburg falls to Colorado Reserves. Reading and Ocean City win in league play. More news.
Recap and Reaction: Jamaica 1–2 USMNT
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.

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