The US defeated Honduras, 2–1, to open Gold Cup play. Clint Dempsey had two headed goals, but the US defense looked shaky, and the young wing players underperformed. The win is welcome, but the US will need to improve in order to succeed as the tournament progresses.
The World Cup hangover lasted until well into March, but consecutive wins over Mexico, the Netherlands, Germany, and Guatemala has the US primed and ready for the Gold Cup, as the Red, White, and Blue take on Honduras on Tuesday evening.
The U.S. drew Honduras, 1–1, on Tuesday night, extending its unbeaten home streak to 15 games.
With much of the U.S. “first team” being called in to join veterans like Jozy Altidore and Mix Diskerud, and playing at home, the U.S. are the heavy favorite against Honduras.
PSP’s Second Teams series continues as Kevin Kinkead explains why Honduras should be the second team you root for in the World Cup. Here’s a hint: It makes you look good.
The U.S. Men’s National Team showed spirit and drive in defeating Honduras to advance to the Gold Cup final.