U.S. will use 2009 to fine-tune player pool
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetWith World Cup qualifiers and the Confederations Cup to deal with, the U.S. men will have a lot on their plate in 2009, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008Youngsters spice up U.S. attack against Guatemala
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetAgainst a Guatemala team that was oddly lethargic, the U.S. youngsters shone at times, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008U.S. rediscovers offensive touch against T&T
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetAgainst the Soca Warriors, the U.S. delivered a dominant performance and the offense finally showed up, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2008U.S. looks to bounce back against Spain
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetAgainst a powerhouse Spanish team, the U.S. will need to adopt a more aggressive approach, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | June 02, 2008U.S. still seeking a dominant midfield presence
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe loss to England exposed some U.S. weaknesses, chiefly the midfield's inability to maintain possession, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | May 29, 2008U.S. confident entering England game
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetPlaying England at Wembley Stadium is a daunting prospect, but the U.S. is confident it can win, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | May 25, 2008U.S. continues to improve on the road
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe win against Poland showed that under Bob Bradley, the U.S. is learning how to win on the road in Europe, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | March 26, 2008Dynamo simply no match for Gamba
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetIn a crushing loss to Gamba Osaka, the Dynamo simply had no answer to the superior skill of the J-League side, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | February 24, 2008Guzan the standout as U.S. blanks Sweden
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe U.S. win over Sweden owed much to a solid, all-around team effort and Brad Guzan's goalkeeping, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | January 20, 2008Five players who need another look
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe next few months are an evaluation period for the U.S. Jeff Carlisle names five players who deserve a look from Bob Bradley.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007A promising start for Bradley in his first season
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetU.S. national team coach Bob Bradley's rebuilding project has paid dividends in his first year in charge, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2007Things to know about the MLS playoffs
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe race for the 2007 MLS Cup is on. Jeff Carlisle identifies the story lines and players to watch in this year's playoffs.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2007Western Conference teams suffering from a dip in form
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetOn the eve of the playoffs, the Western Conference teams seem to be slumping at the wrong time, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2007Clark's suspension far too harsh
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetRicardo Clark's league-record suspension raises questions about the fairness of the decision, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | October 11, 2007Red-hot Dynamo look unstoppable
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetHouston is on a roll and should make short work of Chicago. The two teams clash on "MLS Primetime Thursday" (9 p.m. ET, ESPN2).
Story | Conversation | July 10, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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