United States 6, Guatemala 0: Player Ratings

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

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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2013 Confederations Cup: Brazil vs. Spain Preview

Four years ago in South Africa, this was the match-up everyone wanted to see, but it was the US that called it off by defeating Spain in the semifinals. Both teams had difficult semifinals this time around, but both found

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2013 Confederations Cup: Thoughts on Group Stage

This has been exciting attacking soccer in the group stage. Although the results have ended up being predictable as we are left with the South American and European teams. Spain has looked incredible while Brazil has impressed in their first

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United States 1, Honduras 0 : Player Ratings

It was a tougher game for the US than Panama, but a strong second half performance led them to a 1-0 victory that puts them in a strong position of qualifying for Brazil. The first half was defined by slow

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2013 Confederations Cup Preview and Predictions

The World Cup in Brazil is only a year away, so the Confederations Cup is upon us. There has been much speculation about Brazil being prepared for the World Cup next year, but that is a worry for another time

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United States 2, Panama 0: Plaer Ratings

The US pushed to the top of the CONCACAF hexagonal by securing a 2-0 win against Panama. It was a comfortable victory as Jozy Altidore scored before halftime finishing off a great cross from Fabian Johnson. The US put the

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United States 4, Germany 3: Player Ratings

It was a tremendous victory by the United States celebrating 100 years of existence as they defeated Germany 4-3 in Washington DC. There were lots of positives to take away from the performance, especially in attack, while the defense made

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La Liga: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

Once again Barcelona and Real Madrid finished top two in La Liga. Barcelona ran away with the title as Real Madrid struggled early in the season and only overtook crosstown rival Atletico late in the season. Despite this, there will

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Ligue 1: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

This year was the rise of PSG as they finally used their new found financial power and turned it into a trophy. They will still be seeking to improve in Europe, but it is hard to see any teams that

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