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Doug McIntyre writes that after Thursday's release of the U.S. roster ahead of the team's five spring matches -- including three World Cup qualifiers -- coach Jurgen Klinsmann's exclusion of USMNT veteran Landon Donovan doesn't add up.

Blog | Conversation | May 16, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that a depleted U.S. back four proved its worth in a 1-0 World Cup qualifier win over Costa Rica.

Blog | Conversation | March 22, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that it will take a total team effort from the U.S. to win Friday's World Cup qualifying match versus Costa Rica. Given the Yanks' weak back line, how well Michael Bradley and Jermaine Jones control the midfield could be the key.

Blog | Conversation | March 22, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that despite calls for Jurgen Klinsmann's job, the U.S. national team head coach's position is safe -- even if the Yanks lose the next two qualifiers.

Blog | Conversation | March 21, 2013

Doug McIntyre breaks down the top 25 U.S. soccer players right now. Clint Dempsey tops the list.

Blog | Conversation | March 20, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that despite the U.S. national team's rash of injuries and relatively weak back line, the Yanks' supporting cast at midfield and forward -- which will be key to success in Friday's match versus Costa Rica -- is in fine form.

Blog | Conversation | March 19, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that after the release of the U.S. roster on Monday, the Yanks' defense is in need of some leadership heading into critical World Cup qualifying matches against Costa Rica and Mexico.

Blog | Conversation | March 18, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that given the must-win nature of the Yanks' home Hexagonal match versus Costa Rica next week, U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann will likely employ a more attack-minded midfield. Could Graham Zusi or Brek Shea get the start?

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2013

In a rare interview, Doug McIntyre speaks with U.S. midfielder Jermaine Jones about the German-American's recent knee injury, his reputation as a "reckless tackler" and his immediate future with both club team Schalke and the USMNT.

Blog | Conversation | January 18, 2013

Doug McIntyre writes that much-maligned midfielder Jermaine Jones, while at times overly aggressive, plays a key role for the USMNT.

Blog | Conversation | September 20, 2012

ESPN Insider Doug McIntyre writes that four young players earned their first U.S. caps against Venezuela, but it was the play of Ricardo Clark, Benny Feilhaber and Jermaine Jones that led to victory for the U.S.

Blog | Conversation | January 22, 2012

Doug McIntyre takes a look at American players who are helping (or hurting) their national team stock with their current form for clubs around the world.

Blog | Conversation | October 28, 2011

Lots of interesting things are happening for the U.S. squad right now: They could hire a new coach, they're playing Brazil soon and several national teamers are on the move.

Blog | Conversation | July 20, 2010

With huge World Cup qualifiers looming, U.S. soccer fans have to worry about the fact that Michael Bradley and Oguchi Onyewu aren't seeing the field for their respective clubs. Plus other news and notes affecting the national team.

Blog | Conversation | September 17, 2009