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The Ongoing Question: Who Should Start in the Back 4?

I can’t remember when there wasn’t a question regarding the USMNT’s back 4. Even in past years, yes Bocanegra was a lock but besides that, it was a revolving door. Now, in 2014, just days before the World Cup takes … Continue reading The Ongoing Question: Who Should Start in the Back 4?

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Why It’s OK Landon Donovan was left off the World Cup Roster

For many, it is unthinkable for Landon Donovan not to be Representing The United States In the World Cup this June. For me, it’s a calculated move by Jurgen Klinsmann not to diminish Donovan but to inspire he’s current star player Clint Dempsey. For Clint Dempsey’s entire National Team career he has been in the shadow of Donovan. Now with Donovan gone Dempsey will be the face of US Soccer. This is a role, in which Dempsey thrives. All forwards rely on the confidence of their managers. During his spells with the New England Revolution and with Fulham FC Dempsey … Continue reading Why It’s OK Landon Donovan was left off the World Cup Roster