Embracing the underdog role
Jordan BrennerSo far, the U.S. team has shown none of the heart and energy that encapsulated their '02 World Cup run, writes Jordan Brenner.
Story | Conversation | June 16, 2006A team of confidence
Wayne Drehs, ESPN.comOn the eve of its opener, the U.S. team is brimming with confidence, thanks largely in part to coach Bruce Arena, writes Wayne Drehs.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2006U.S. team gets needed rest before World Cup
Wayne Drehs, ESPN.comAfter a grueling training camp that culminated in three games over six days, the U.S. national team will enjoy some rest before heading off to Germany, writes Wayne Drehs.
Story | Conversation | May 28, 2006USA feeling no pressure ahead of World Cup adventure
The United States were one of the success stories of the 2002 World Cup finals, but Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Landon Donovan feels no pressure to live up to that quarter-final showing this time round.
Story | Conversation | May 17, 2006Keller and Reyna set for fourth World Cup
Kasey Keller and Claudio Reyna will become the first Americans to play in four World Cups after being named in the 23-man U.S. squad on Tuesday.
Story | Conversation | May 03, 2006Decision time for US coach Arena against Jamaica
The friendly international against Jamaica on Tuesday may not be an all-or-nothing proposition, but for a handful of USA players, the game carries an awful lot of weight.
Preview | April 11, 2006Trinidad & Tobago 2-1 U.S.: Yorke stuns U.S.
Russell Latapy and Dwight Yorke scored second-half goals Wednesday night to give the Soca Warriors a 2-1 victory over the U.S. team in a World Cup qualifier.
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