U.S. poised to repeat '02 success
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comAlready battle-tested with playing conditions in South Africa, the U.S. is aiming to replicate its magical quarterfinal run from the 2002 World Cup. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009U.S. draw: Even better than you think
Luke Cyphers and Doug McIntyre...to hide his glee, "It could have been worse." 2. The scouting advantage: U.S. coach Bob Bradley's approach to preparation, which we documented here, is tailor-made for opponents like Slovenia and Algeria...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 04, 2009
Denmark 3-1 U.S.: Second-half surge for Danes
The United States wasted an early goal by Jeff Cunningham and lost a World Cup warmup 3-1 to Denmark on Wednesday night, the final match of 2009 for the Americans.
Story | November 18, 2009Slovakia 1-0 U.S.: Hamsik penalty sinks U.S.
Marek Hamsik converted a penalty kick in the 26th minute, and Slovakia defeated the United States 1-0 Saturday in a World Cup warmup.
Story | November 13, 2009Cunningham, Johnson get their shot
Luke Cyphers...to have prevailed among all others is the candidates' sense of appreciation at the opportunity. Coach Bob Bradley called up regular starter Jozy Altidore and three other forwards in search of a replacement for Charlie...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Team Profile: United States
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Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009Youth struggle to keep up with CONCACAF talent
Doug McIntyre and Luke Cyphers...Alexandre Pato-led Brazil on the way to the quarterfinals with a lineup featuring Jozy Altidore, Michael Bradley, Robbie Rogers and Freddy Adu. Granted, youth national teams aren't the best tool for predicting...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Forwards wanted
Doug McIntyreU.S. national team coach Bob Bradley's "problem" with surplus midfielders is well documented, but a shortage of capable forwards could be the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 29, 2009
Though heartened, U.S. still has issues
Leander SchaerlaeckensThe U.S. showed mettle in salvaging a draw with a late charge against Costa Rica on Wednesday, but sketchy play and the absences of injured Charlie Davies and Oguchi Onyewu ultimately may cost the Americans in World Cup competition.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009World Cup wrap: Portugal stroll, Slovakia through
Soccernet staffA round-up of all the action from the final round of World Cup qualifiers.
Story | Conversation | October 14, 2009Dempsey injury creates opportunity for Holden
Luke Cyphers...Feilhaber sounds unfazed. "I'd assume the midfield that played in the last game (Landon Donovan, Michael Bradley, Ricardo Clark) will probably play, and then there's a decision to make on Clint's...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 07, 2009
Destination 2010
Luke Cyphers, ESPN The MagazineAfter 15 months, 14 games and 27,927 miles, America's quest to play in its sixth straight World Cup hinged on one week in September. The Magazine was there.
Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009Drew Carey talks U.S. Soccer
Doug McIntyre and Luke CyphersComedian Drew Carey is undoubtedly U.S. soccer's biggest celebrity fan. Last week, he officially joined the effort to bring the World Cup to the Unite...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 29, 2009
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