Why Jurgen Klinsmann Was Right to Leave Eddie Johnson Out of his World Cup Squad

When United States manager Jurgen Klinsmann called up 30 players to the preliminary squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, almost everyone expected Eddie Johnson‘s name to be on the list.  To the surprise of many, the D.C. United forward was left out of the squad completely, as Chris Wondolowski, Terrence Boyd and Julian Green received nods ahead of him.  When asked about why he left the... 

Why a Successful World Cup Can Change US Soccer Forever

The 2014 FIFA World Cup comes at a critical juncture of the game’s popularity in the United States, and with a successful campaign in Brazil, the Yanks could take the game to new heights at home. Although this may sound like the statement we make before every men’s or women’s World Cup, the sentiment is legitimately true in 2014.  Once again, popularity in the game, both domestically... 

5 Surprise Omissions from the USA World Cup Squad

On Monday, United States manager Jurgen Klinsmann unveiled his preliminary roster of 30 for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.  Although he did add seven extra players to the squad, which will be trimmed to 23 after the June 1 friendly with Turkey, Klinsmann left some key players out.  A few of the players left on the outside looking in were in good form, but they just didn’t have enough... 

Players Championship 2014 Leaderboard Day 2: Live Scores, Results, Standings

First-round leader Martin Kaymer followed up his opening 63 with a solid 69. All day long, he lorded over the field at 12 under, as the major winner drew an early morning round.  As Kaymer said, “I didn’t hit as many fairways as yesterday, but I managed my way quite nicely around the golf course, had a couple of nice up‑and‑downs, two longer putts went in.” Only Jordan... 

Predicting Which Americans Will Be Househould Names During the World Cup

As the 2014 FIFA World Cup rolls around, casual soccer fans across the United States are starting to get acclimated with some of the players who will be taking the pitch for the Yanks in Brazil.  Only a few of the players to be named to Jurgen Klinsmann’s 23-man roster, like Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey, are currently household names, but there are plenty of other players worthy of being... 

Why Oguchi Onyewu Is Key for USA to Have Success at the World Cup

As the countdown to the 2014 FIFA World Cup dwindles, the United States men’s national team is still in search of consistent play at the center-back position.  After the 2-2 draw with Mexico on April 2, Omar Gonzalez left the second spot in the starting 11 alongside Matt Besler open for competition. One player who could contend for that spot in Jurgen Klinsmann’s lineup is 31-year-old... 

USMNT: What Happens at the Center-Back Position After Mexico Debacle?

With just over two months remaining until the United States takes the field for its first World Cup match against Ghana, the same questions still linger about how effective the back four will be in Brazil.  One player in particular raised plenty of doubts about his potential starting spot in Wednesday’s 2-2 draw with Mexico. Omar Gonzalez, who many assumed before the Mexico match would be... 

USA vs. Mexico: Live Player Ratings

The United States men’s national team drew 2-2 with Mexico on Wednesday night at University of Phoenix Stadium. Michael Bradley opened the scoring in the 15th minute before Chris Wondolowski benefited from a Bradley assist in the 28th minute for the second goal. Mexico responded with a strong second half with goals from Rafa Marquez and Alan Pulido, both of which could have been prevented.  Continue... 

USA vs. Mexico: International Friendly Live Score, Highlights, Report

United States 2-2 Mexico  Goals: Michael Bradley (USA) 15′; Chris Wondolowski (USA) 28′; Rafa Marquez (MEX) 49′; Alan Pulido (MEX) 67′ United States: Rimando (GK), Parkhurst, Gonzalez, Besler (Goodson 59′), Beltran (Yedlin 72′), Beckerman (Edu 72′), Bradley, Davis (Green 59′), Zusi (Donovan 59′), Dempsey, Wondolowski (Johnson 63′) Mexico: Munoz... 

Ranking USMNT’s 30 Greatest World Cup Moments

The United States of America may not have an illustrious history at the FIFA World Cup like the ones put together by European and South American nations, but there are plenty of memorable moments from the nine tournaments it has competed in.  Some of those appearances in the World Cup are not so memorable, which is why we added some important events from World Cup qualification tournaments to... 

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