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- Thin Forward Pool Will Need Lots of Attention--US National Team Review Part 4 of 4--a Fan's AnalysisUntil the three goal outburst in Slovenia, the USA had done relatively little offensively. Without a serious goalscoring threat up front, opponents don't feel threatened. Who is there for Juergen Klinsmann to turn to?
- Onyewu’s Return to the National Team PictureOguchi Onyewu returned to the US National team for their October friendly games. Since his injury in 2009, Onyewu has struggled to regain his regular form, but after finding regular playing time in Portugal, the center back is ready to contribute.
- Jeff Green Cut from U.S. National TeamJeff Green and JaVale McGee were cut on Sunday from the 2010 U.S. National Team.
Do Soccer Players Have to Play for the Country Where They Were Born?It used to be that to be a member of the national team, you actually had to be born in that country, but these days players just seem to pick a place to play. How and when do they decide which country they will play for?- Players to Watch - Defenders | World Cup 2010As you may already know by now, the World Cup is just around the corner and the tournament takes place in Africa for the first time in its 70-year history. Here I will be previewing the players to watch out for in the up coming FIFA World Cup.
Iran Removes Soccer Players from National Team for Political BeliefsFour Iran soccer players were kicked off the National Team for their support of election protests. Iran calling it a "retirement" from Soccer team.- Honduras National Team: On the Road to South Africa 2010After 26 years since our only World Cup participation, we finally believe this is the time we'll qualify for our next appearance in a World Cup.
- What is Wrong with the English National Team?It is a fact. The country that has never been a major factor in soccer: Russia defeated England by winning 2-1 in Moscow. The consequences of this defeat are many and they are all bad. Firstly the chances that England would make it to the Euro 2008 are close to none.
- Can the Youngsters Give the U.S. Attack a Boost?After an embarrassing run at Copa America, Bob Bradley is changing the look of the U.S. Men's National Team for their upcoming match against Sweden.
- Jamie Trecker of FOX Sports is Not a Moron (And I Have Proof)Though Jamie Trecker of FOX Sports seemingly committed an egregious journalistic error, the words coming from U.S. Soccer Federation president Sunil Gulati have lent some, though not all, credibility to Trecker's argument. Read for yourself.
- Bob Bradley Named U.S. National Team CoachBob Bradley's career in Major League Soccer is long and storied. Although his early years were filled with success, his current state is certainly questionable.
- WPS: Missing a Golden OpportunityWith the cancellation of the 2012 WPS season a void will be left for fans.
- Defensive US Roster Meets France on Friday---Friendly Game PreviewThe US hasn't met France at the senior level since 1979. They lost twice to Michel Platini's team then and will try to improve upon that this week. However, with a lack of attacking options, it looks like damage control will be the priority.
- Klinsmann Has His First Win: US Player Ratings--A Fan's ViewAfter one draw and two losses, the US may have turned the corner in a 1-0 win over Honduras on a rainy night in Miami. Veterans Clint Dempsey and Tim Howard led the team with excellent performances.
- Who Should Be on Klinsmann's Next Selection--A Fans ViewWith some players unavailable due to injury or loss of form, Juergen Klinsmann will have to make some changes from the last roster he selected as the USA prepares for Honduras and Ecuador.
Can Jozy Altidore Get His Career Back on Track?Altidore has struggled to make an impact playing in Europe, however with a move to a new team the time is now for him to fulfill his promise.- Juergen Klinsmann's First Day on the Job--A Fan's ViewNow that he has been officially presented to the media, the honeymoon is over for Juergen Klinsmann. The hard work starts immediately with preparations for three friendly games.
Top Five Reasons Jurgen Klinsmann is the Perfect Choice to Coach the US Men's National TeamNow that Bob Bradley has finally been given "the boot," the USA Men's National Team was in the market for a new coach. They recently hired Jurgen Klinsmann. In this article, I'll tell you why Klinsmann is the man who can take the team to the next level.- Gold Cup Post Mortem: Where Does the USA Go Now?After losing badly in the Gold Cup final to Mexico, U.S. soccer must face the harsh reality that the national team is simply second best in the region.
- 2011 Gold Cup: Group C PreviewGroup A and Group B kicked off the 2011 Biennial Gold Cup on June 5 and June respectively and now it is Group C's (USA, Canada, Guadeloupe and Panama) turn. This article will preview each team in group C and also give a prediction.
2011 Gold Cup: Group a PreviewThe 2011 Biennial Gold Cup kicked off on June 5 with members of Group A (Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador and Mexico) playing their opening games of the tournament. This article will preview each team in group A and also give a prediction.- Should Foreign Players Play for a Different National Team?As England looks to build a successful national team, should they allow foreign players to be part of it?
- Jozy Altidore ProfileThis is a profile of the talented young American soccer player Jozy Altidore.
- Who Should Be 2009 South American Footballer of the Year?Several players either emerged as future stars, or consolidated their reputations as world-class players.
U.S. International Beasley May Return to Rangers SundayU.S. National Team player is back in training with his football club Rangers FC in the Scottish Premier League.- English Premiership: Scolari and Chelsea Part WaysA look at Luis Felipe Scolari's dismissal from Chelsea and what the future could hold in store for him.
- All American HomecomingClaudio Reyna, Conor Casey, Jamil Fearrington, and Robbie Rogers are looking to make their first marks in Major League Soccer.