Gold Cup 2011: Patience the New Reality for the United States and Its Fans

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Published: June 25, 2011

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For another game, the new formation, tactics and players (to a point), worked for Bob Bradley.

The United States beat Panama 1-0 after a late counter-attack goal from Clint Dempsey. The assist came from struggling Landon Donovan, who came on as a substitute, and the play was started by Freddy Adu; the entire play was wrapped up in a heart warming package.

But there may be some out there that were a little unnerved by the game.

Missing on the day was much of the panic-ridden, edge-of-your-seat emotion and play that has come to exemplify a constantly under-performing/overperforming U.S. team. Instead, they controlled most of the possession, and other than a short burst at the end of the match, Panama had few true opportunities.

It must have been nice for the U.S. to be on the other end of such a performance.

Granted, all the kinks haven't been worked out of the system; it's not like the U.S. had that many chances.

Still, it's a trade off. Panama didn't have as many quality chances, scored fewer goals and was less of a threat overall, and isn't that better than the outcome of the previous meeting with Panama?

For the semifinal, Panama once again ceded possession and territory.

And once again, the U.S. struggled to break down Panama's defense—a defense that was once again quite similar to the American style of play against stronger opponents—a compact, well organized defense willing to give up space well into their own half.

As a side note, Panama did well for itself in this tournament. They have some talented players and showed their organization, and team focus. The players and coach did much to improve their status. Clearly, they're a dangerous side.

However, the U.S. had the majority of possession, and it seemed to be a game against the clock. Will the U.S. score before they run out of time and it becomes a penalty kick crap-shoot?

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Article Source: Bleacher Report - International Football

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