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Brent Latham reviews the U-20 U.S. national team's 4-2 victory over Canada, writing that the Americans' improved offense was the key to securing the World Cup-qualifying victory. Also, what are the expectations for the team in Turkey?

Blog | Conversation | February 27, 2013

Brent Latham examines how the January transfer movement of five U.S. players, including Brek Shea and Maurice Edu, impacts the U.S. national team. Plus, Mix Diskerud and Juan Agudelo will remain with their current clubs -- how will that affect the team?

Blog | Conversation | February 01, 2013

Brent Latham recaps the under-17 team's performance at the Nike Friendlies, explaining that even though the squad didn't win the title it was impressive.

Blog | Conversation | December 03, 2012

Brent Latham writes that much has changed for the U.S. under-17 team since last year's Nike Friendlies. As the team gears up for this year's edition -- and 2013 U-17 World Cup qualifying -- coach Richie Williams' talented team has lots of question marks.

Blog | Conversation | November 12, 2012

Despite playing its B-team against two weak opponents, Brent Latham writes that El Tri can glean much from this week's matches, including if the Javier Hernandez-Oribe Peralta pairing will work and if Jorge Enriquez can carve out a midfield role.

Blog | Conversation | October 11, 2012

Despite a strong offensive showing in last week's win versus Jamaica, the U.S. squad is still in need of more attack-minded players on the pitch. Brent Latham examines several rising American players who could provide an offensive spark.

Blog | Conversation | September 17, 2012

With qualification for the final round of CONCACAF qualifying pretty much sewn up, Brent Latham examines several El Tri players who should get playing time in upcoming qualifiers.

Blog | Conversation | September 10, 2012

Brent Latham examines the remaining holes for El Tri's Olympic team and how overage players can fill them.

Blog | Conversation | July 09, 2012

Brent Latham explains why Mexican soccer clubs in danger of relegation should focus on promoting youth players rather than looking to sign risky foreign imports.

Blog | Conversation | April 19, 2012

Jurgen Klinsmann discusses the Olympics and says that the event is a priority for him, contrary to what you might have heard.

Blog | Conversation | February 13, 2012

Argentina hasn't won a Copa America in almost two decades, and now it's hosting the tournament on home soil. It's a golden opportunity to give the country a much-needed boost.

Brent Latham examines the current usefulness of the Bradenton Academy in Florida and speculates on its future.

Blog | Conversation | June 03, 2011

We all know that Mexico and the U.S. are favorites to reach the Gold Cup final. But what about a Central American team? Brent Latham handicaps the region's best teams.

While Spain is often depicted as owning a tortured history, it's never come close to winning the World Cup.

With Leo Messi leading the way, Argentina should be able to score in bunches. But can Maradona get his team to play together?

Few countries are as passionate about soccer as Honduras, and the nation can stand proud after making its first World Cup since 1982.