Monthly Archives: July 2013

2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup: Best XI

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With the Gold Cup over, we can reflect on it and the top performances. It was an interesting tournament given the number of young and somewhat unknown players. Here is a look at the Best XI from the tournament. Goalkeeper:…

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United States 1, Panama 0: Player Ratings

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The US completed their undefeated run through the Gold Cup defeating Panama 1-0 in Chicago, IL. Panama were tough and defended well, but the US was able to get the breakthrough in the 69th minute when Brek Shea finished a…

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United States 3, Honduras 1: Player Ratings

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It was a straight forward victory for the US as they advance to the finals of the Gold Cup. The US got an early start when Eddie Johnson got behind the defense and dispatched a nice finish over the keeper.…

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United States 5, El Salvador 1: Player Ratings

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The United States were impressive as they advanced to the semifinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The US started the scoring in the 21st minute when a well-worked corner kick found Landon Donovan behind the defense where he crossed to…

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United States 1, Costa Rica 0: Player Ratings

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This was a much tougher game for the US as Costa Rica showed greater defensive strength and attacking ability than their previous opponents. The first half was a stalemate with a number of half chances, but the second half opened…

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United States 4, Cuba 1: Player Ratings

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It was an underwhelming first half by the US before they got going in the second half. THe US moved the ball slowly and were caught late in the first half when Mario Martinez got behind the defense and setup…

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United States 6, Belize 1: Player Ratings

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It was an easy opening victory for the US in the Gold Cup defeating Belize 6-1, in Belize’s first ever international tournament. The US got started early when Chris Wondolowski finished in a rebound in the 12th minute. Belize defended…

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United States 6, Guatemala 0: Player Ratings

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The US took some time to get going but a big second half led to a 6-0 rout of Guatemala. It took a while, but after a close change by Landon Donovan, the US ramped up the pressure and Herculez…

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2013 Confederations Cup: Best XI

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It was a fun and attacking tournament that ended last Sunday with Brazil defending their 2009 title. Here is a look at the standout performers from the tournament in a Best XI format. Goalkeeper: Julio Cesar (Brazil) Honorable Mention: Vincent…

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