Extra Time: Lessons Learned

Extra Time: Lessons Learned
MLSNET's Jason and Shep discuss the lessons that should be taken away from the Confederations Cup.

Some Articles Regarding Donovan

If Donovan hasn't proven to people that he can hang with the best of them after this tournament, then there is nothing else he can do. Here are a couple of articles about his great play over the Confed Cup. He is the Yank-Who-Should-Be-Abroad and I am hopeful that he will get a chance to prove himself across the pond.

*More Assertive Donovan Drives U.S. Dreams

*Dynamic Donovan Drove USA

*Torres looking forward to downtime

*Commentary: Attitude will breed victories, respect

*An American Fan’s View From Baghdad

*Smith Hoping to Prove Himself in Europe

Donovan's Goal Against Brazil

Tim Howard reflects and other Sound Bytes

*Dempsey staying with Fulham

Tim Howard, USA Soccer Goalie
While it's a huge disappointment, Howard reflects on USA's loss to Brazil. He talks about what makes Brazil so good and gives credit to his team for its effort.
Extra Point: 6/29
Josh Elliott praises Landon Donovan, Tim Howard and an American team that inspired pride in defeat at the Confederations Cup.Extra Point: 6/29
Matt Winer comments on Brazil's deflating rally against the U.S. in the Confederations Cup final.

5 Burning Questions: Confederations Cup

*You Asked If The Coaches Sleep

*Olympiakos has taken interest in USA forward Jozy Altidore

*ESPN's USA-Brazil Numbers

*Mexico's Castillo says he wants to switch back to U.S.

*U.S. team finds its identity

*Confederations Cup ends with a bang

5 Burning Questions: Confederations Cup

Donovan and Grant Wahl on Dan Patrick Show

*The Breaking Of The Fellowship

*Confederations Cup Final in Pictures

*Reviewing the U.S. performance in South Africa

*U.S. v Brazil Player Ratings

*Rennes keen on Clark: USA midfielder could join Bocanegra in France

*U.S. turns its attention to Gold Cup

*Altidore wants playing time

*Player Ratings: U.S. vs. Brazil

*ESPN's World Cup Gameplan

*Landon Donovan says U.S. will gain in confidence from Cup loss

Donovan on Dan Patrick Show
Grant Wahl on Dan Patrick Show

Edgar Castillo "would play for the United States"

I don't want to get too excited until this actually happens, but this would be a great pick up. I don't think he is exactly the answer to our problems, but the more depth, the better. You could see our depth issues in yesterday's game when we brought on Klejstan and Bornstein. I am hopeful though. Someone needs to make sure US Soccer at least calls him in to get him in a qualifier. An interesting development to say the least.

*Report: Edgar Castillo "would play for the United States"

*Here is the full article from USSoccerPlayers

Castillo scores the first goal at about 1:25

Press Pass: US Comes Up Just Short

*One American's Confederations Cup experience in Brazil

*Original Winger: Soccer in America

*European clubs eyeing Clark and Davies

*U.S. team takes positives from the Confederations Cup

*Cervi receives passport

*'A Lesson Learned', Says Jozy

*U.S. goalie brilliant, but in end overwhelmed

*Diskerud Lifts U-20's In Egypt

*U.S. soccer fans overrun S.F. pub

*Bradley sees through loss to find positives for U.S.

Press Pass: US Comes Up Just Short

Confed Cup - A Meaningless Tournament?

I know that it isn't the World Cup, but to say this tournament is meaningless as I have read in several places is absurd. Some of the American media don't know enough, and some of the English media have written it off (probably because England were not in it). But look at the following pictures and video and tell me it doesn't mean everything to these players. The video shows Timmy getting the goalkeeper award and Clint receiving the bronze boot for his goals scored. Go to about the 6:20 mark to see how badly Clint wanted this one.

USMNT Reactions to Loss to Brazil

*A look ahead to the rest of the USMNT's summer

*Confederations Cup: Brazil fights back from two goals down to stop USA

June 28, 2009: Reaction - MNT 2, BRA 3

Some Articles and Another Video (if you can stomach it)

*Second-half stumble against Brazil haunts U.S.

*Brazil shows why it's Brazil

*Jo'burg a bridge too far

*Donovan proves his talent on the world stage

*Wahl: Instant Classic: Brazil 3, USA 2

*FIFA Investigating Alleged Michael Bradley Incident

Bradley And Donovan Sound Off On Loss

Brazil Storms Back To Win Confed Cup


Bradley And Donovan Sound Off On Loss

Heartbreaker

Well, I don't even know what to say. What a game. It was a tale of two halves. A completely inspired first half and a disastrous second. The goal within the first minutes of the second half gave the Brazilians belief and deflated the US. We looked extremely tired in the second half. I am not one to find moral victories, as I prefer actual victories. Still, I am extremely proud of this team and can't think of a better experience for these players. Let's enjoy, if we can, the great first half we had. I will be back for more comments and videos.


Landon Fields Michael Jackson Questions

*Pre-Game Primers For The Final

How does this reporter have a job?
I just love how Landon and Bob try to keep straight faces. That is talent.


June 27, 2009: Landon Donovan en Español


I will be back after the game, hopefully joyous after we host a trophy. COME ON USA!!

MOTD Highlights of US vs Egypt and Spain

I think it is interesting to watch highlights with English (UK) commentary. They are often more critical of the US and so when they praise the US, it is almost more meaningful. I know I have posted about 80 videos of these games, but it is fun to keep watching.

US vs. Egypt - MOTD Highlights


US vs. Spain - MOTD Highlights

USMNT Press Conference Video

June 26, 2009: Press Conference

Bob Bradley and Carlos Bocanegra Press Conference

*USA set for miracle number three, says Bradley

*We've shamed our detractors, says U.S.

*Top 10 U.S. Soccer Victories

*Donovan deserves a look from La Liga

*Transfer Rumors from S365

*Respect From Mexico On The United States’ Confederation Cup Success

*Jozy Altidore will be the featured guest on Pardon the Interruption

*Busy Day in Johannesburg

*Two Italian teams into Onyewu race

Bradley and Bocanegra Press Conference

Colbert Discusses US Win

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US Soccer Show Podcast and Lalas Podcast

*Jermaine Jones sidelined with hairline leg fracture

*Who should start for the USA vs. Brazil?

*USA-Brazil: A Chance To Make History

*U.S. team rides newfound confidence into Sunday's final

US Soccer Show
Jen Chang, Andrew Hush and David Mosse review the U.S. team's big upset of Spain and preview the Confederations Cup final against Brazil.
Alexi Lalas, Soccer
Alexi Lalas describes how he felt during the U.S.' upset of Spain. Alexi says people in soccer don't want to face America.

The One Down Side, US Soccer Show, and Jozy to Fulham?

*Hodgson pondering Fulham loan move for USA striker Altidore

*Would Fulham be a good fit for Altidore?

The Down Side of Today - Bradley's Red Card
First, it wasn't a red card. Heck, it wasn't even a yellow. *&#$, it wasn't even a foul. Bradley got the ball, and yet again we got a red card.
*Remember Jorge Larrionda?

*Of Course He Left His Mark On The Game….

US Soccer Show
JP Dellacamera and John Harkes recap the US Men's Team remarkable upset against FIFA's top ranked Spain. The win ends Spain's record 35-game unbeaten streak.

More Articles and Videos - Can you really get enough?

*U.S. Victory Was a Miracle on Grass - Was on the front page of NY Times online

*Spain-USA: Quotes

*Del Bosque admits U.S. caught Spain "by surprise"

*Biggest Wins in U.S. Soccer History

*U.S. shocks top-ranked Spain 2-0 to reach Confederations Cup final

*Bocanegra leads a defensive effort for the ages

*Altidore gets the last laugh on Spain

*U.S. sends shockwaves across Europe with win against Spain

*Shocker: U.S. Beats Spain To Reach Confed Final

*USA 2, Spain 0: Who was your Man of the Match?

*First Reactions (including David Villa's)


USA 2, Spain 0 - Wow!

I don't think there is much I can say, but wow. What a gutsy performance! Jay Demerit, Jonathon Spector, and Ricardo Clark - welcome to the big time. Enjoy the highlights. Sorry to be posting so late, but I saw the game late. There will be much more to follow.

USA vs Spain 2-0

More Articles and Photos

*Davies provides a huge boost for the U.S. attack

*U.S. team fires back at its critics with win over Egypt

*Goff: USA Rewind

*Some great photos of the U.S. from South Africa

*More photos from today's game

ESPN Postgame Video

More Highlights of the US game as well as the Brazil game

Here are some more highlights (can you really not watch it enough?) as well as highlights of the Brazil game. Let's not forget the importance of Brazil to beat Italy 3-0. Here they are:


Fire Bradley!!...Just kidding: Highlights from the Game

Just kidding. I'm kind of making fun of those who flipped out about firing Bradley. I'm not saying I agree with all of his decisions he has made. Even today, I was not pleased with Dempsey starting or staying in as long as he did, but he scored so I will keep my mouth shut. Anyway, let's just be happy today. What an improbable day! I'm so excited. After the last month or so, it feels fantastic to be a US fan right now. I would have considered myself content with a solid performance, but to actually advance is unbelievable! I will post up all the videos and interviews that will surface so keep checking back. USA!! USA!! USA!!

*U.S. Through to the Semifinals!

*United States blanks Egypt to advance to Confed Cup semifinals

*A Million-To-One: USA Makes Confed Cup Semis

*USA - Semifinalists... yes, that reads correctly

*US advances to Confederations Cup semis

*U.S. 3-0 Egypt: U.S. headed to semis

US v Egypt Highlights

U.S. Starters vs. Egypt

*WAHL: Previewing U.S.-Egypt in Confed Cup

--------Altidore----------Davies------------

Donovan--------------------------Dempsey

------------Bradley-----Clark---------------

Bornstein--DeMerit---Onyewu------Spector

-------------------Guzan---------------------

Demspey? Really? No Torres? Really?

Well, hopefully Bob knows what he is doing. This is why he is the coach and I am a nerd who just blogs about it. I'll be back after the game, hopefully joyous.

Studio 90 Gameday Edition

Studio 90 Gameday Edition

Confederations Cup Preview: Egypt Vs. USA

*USMNT: Pre-Game Primer

*Egyptian players lose US$2 500 in team hotel theft

*Bradley not surprised position is under scrutiny

*Bradley to make tactical and personnel tweaks for Egypt

Confederations Cup Preview: Egypt Vs. USA

Jay Demerit Video Interview

Demerit Interview with Goal.com

What happens to Szetela?

I know this isn't on the minds of too many US soccer fans right now, but this site is primarily meant to help follow Yanks Abroad. Brescia lost 3-0 to Livorno today and will remain in the Serie B. What does this mean for Szetela? Probably not much as he probably will head to Poland anyway. Disappointing time there as he rarely saw the field or even the bench for that matter. He is still young so hopefully will get a chance to prove himself elsewhere. Here are highlights from today's game.

Bradley and Donovan Pre-Game Press Conference

*Egypt’s Mohamed Zidan Ruled Out Against The United States

*Egypt, U.S. gunning for semifinal berth

*Bradley to make tactical and personnel tweaks for Egypt

*USMNT Blog: Egyptian Connection

*U.S. Faces Egypt on Sunday with Slim Chance to Advance to Confederations Cup Semifinals

*Quote Sheet: Bradley and Donovan Preview Egypt Matchup

Bradley and Donovan Pre-Game Press Conference

Gold Cup Roster Announced and USMNT Studio 90

*Initial roster for Gold Cup is announced.

*Ives: thoughts on initial roster

Studio 90: June 19
I couldn't find a direct link, but you can watch it on the videos at the right on the homepage.

Brad Friedel’s Premier Soccer Academy is fighting for survival

Saw this at Original Winger. It would be very disappointing for it to fold after such a short time. Hopefully once the economy picks back up, things will get back to how they were originally planned.

*Bank sues Friedel soccer academy over unpaid loans


Embarassing, Pathetic, Amateur, etc...

I don't want to make too many comments other than the fact that I know it's Brazil, but we looked like the US of 1980. Complete amateur stuff out there. Dempsey and Beasley need to sit on the bench for a while and EARN their spot. We need a result and better performance against Egypt to get some pride and confidence back.

*Spain's Deportivo interested in U.S.' Torres

*Plethora of mistakes dooms U.S. against Brazil

*U.S. team tries to draw positives from loss to Brazil

*U.S. team taught a painful lesson by Brazil

*Wahl: U.S. Players Speak After 3-0 Brazil Loss

*Torres or Adu: Who will get the call vs. Egypt?

*Poor play dooms USA in 3-0 loss to Brazil

USMNT Studio 90

*From the Inside Out - with Brad Guzan

*U.S. Men's National Team Prepares to Kick Off 2009 Confederations Cup Against World Champion Italy

June 12: Studio 90 News

The Newest Yank Abroad - Jermaine Jones

I can't say I'm the biggest fan of the FIFA rule change, but in this case, I'm okay with it. Dear Edgar Castillo, join the fun! I think this will be a great thing for the USMNT. Let's get this guy in some games and see how he fits into it all. I'm not trying to get too excited but know it can't hurt.

*Schalke Midfielder Jones Wants to Play for U.S. National Team

*Ives: Jermaine Jones wants to play for the USA (Updated)

*Mr. Jones strikes up a conversation...

Jones Goal for Schalke

Jones scores the first goal in this clip


US Soccer Show 6/12
Jen Chang, Andrew Hush and David Mosse preview the U.S. national team's games in the Confederations Cup and talk about who's hot and who's not in MLS. They also discuss Jones and his wish to switch national teams.

USMNT & YA Articles and USA v Brazil Video

*US Soccer Supporters - We’ve Come A Long Way But There Are Still Miles To Go

*U-17s expand player search

*US national team member Sheanon Williams is anxious to get back to Europe this summer and find a team.

*Photos of USMNT From South Africa

*Alleging Racial Remarks, Onyewu Seeks ‘Moral Compensation’

*A chance for the U.S. to measure up against top-class opposition

*Onyewu on verge of move to Premier League

US vs Brazil - Were you watching?
I put up video of US vs Italy so wanted to maybe put a happier time when we played Brazil.

Onyewu Interview and ESPN Podcast

*US Team Arrives in South Africa

*Confederations Cup: Who should the USA start vs. Italy?

*MLS enough for qualifying mettle?

*Bocanegra: It's finally here

*Iran, U.S. set date for soccer friendly matches

US Soccer Xtra Time
ESPN Soccer announcers JP Dellacamera and John Harkes discuss the U.S. National's team's come-from-behind victory over Honduras in World Cup qualifying.

Onyewu Speaks Following Honduras Victory

3 points = 1 step closer to SA 2010

I aged 5 years in that match. Regardless, it was a much needed 3 points and a great test for the boys. I usually don't like to provide too much insight since I am sure most people could care less what I think, but some thoughts from the match:

*Casey wasn't the best out there, but definitely worked his rear end off, held the ball well at time, and deserves another game. Too many fouls up front, but I was pleasantly surprised.

*This was the first game in a long time that I have seen Dempsey work hard though I think it was from trying to make up for his mistake.

*Bornstein did well enough, but he still looks awkward and out of place. Is that really our best option?

*Ricardo Clark=Fantastic Very unlucky not to get a penalty awarded. We almost didn't miss Bradley with the way he played. He really stepped it up. Well done, Rico!

*Spector was man of the match for me. I think he needs to be our first option (ahead of Frankie maybe??) there. Just keep giving him games for experience.

*Jozy put in a ton of energy particularly in the first half. Watch out for him when he finally gets regular club time. An inform Jozy is a dangerous Jozy.

*Feilhaber did well. Again, he just needs more games with the club team (i.e. Jozy, Beasley, Adu, Pearce) which he admitted after the game.

*It is still so disappointing to play at home yet have so much away support. It was unsettling to watch Honduras look so comfortable in an away match. They even were getting calls at the beginning of the match which were "home team" calls. Great job to those US fans who were there with their red and voices!

*Much more passion and energy from the players. Very happy with the result and hopefully gives us confidence as we look towards Confed Cup.

*U.S. shows grit in comeback against Honduras

*U.S. 2-1 Honduras: Bocanegra heads winner

*USA comes back to beat Honduras, 2-1

U.S. Tops Honduras In World Cup Qualifier

Pre-Game Studio 90 and ESPN Preview

ESPN Preview


Studio 90: Gameday Edition

Bob Bradley Pre-Game Press Conference Podcast

Guy with St. Pats
*He scored in a 3-1 win over Bohemians.
*Guy looks to rebound from rough start

Bob Bradley Pre-Game Press Conference

Studio 90 Video and US Soccer Show Podcast

*U.S. regroups before critical clash against Honduras

*Wanted: Rowdy fans

*U.S. must rebound vs. Honduras after debacle in Costa Rica

*Travel Day Training Session

*Road Gets Tougher for U.S. Team

June 5, 2009: Studio 90 News


U.S. Soccer Show: 6/5
Jen Chang, Andrew Hush and David Mosse discuss what went wrong for the U.S. in its loss to Costa Rica and look ahead to the match against Honduras.

Give us the World Cup...Or we will crush you!!

On Tuesday, June 2, 2009, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger accepted an invitation to join the Board of Directors for the USA Bid Committee in its endeavor to bring the FIFA World Cup to the United States in 2018 or 2022.

Gov. Schwarzenegger Joins USA Bid Committee

More USMNT Videos

*Conor Casey Gets The Call and Ching is officially out for Saturday

June 3rd, 2009: Mixed Zone - MNT 1, CRC 3

June 3, 2009: Highlights - MNT 1, CRC 3

June 3, 2009: Press Conference - MNT 1, CRC 3

USA Tries To Bounce Back vs Honduras