D.C. United goalkeeper Bill Hamid will be returning to the USMNT after being called to the 26 player roster by head coach Jurgen Klinsmann.
CHICAGO (May 16, 2013) - U.S. Men's National Team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann has called in 26 players
to begin training camp in Cleveland in advance of
the five-game stretch in May and June that includes three FIFA World Cup
Qualifiers and the Centennial Celebration Match against Germany. A
total of 29
players will participate, including four MLS goalkeepers that will
rotate through camp.
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Jan 30, 2013
U.S. MNT start 2013 with scoreless draw against Canada
U.S. MNT KICKS OFF CENTENNIAL YEAR WITH SCORELESS DRAW
AGAINST CANADA AT BBVA COMPASS STADIUM IN HOUSTON
AGAINST CANADA AT BBVA COMPASS STADIUM IN HOUSTON
- Five U.S. Players Earn First Caps, Including Three of Four Starting Defenders
- USA Extends Unbeaten Streak to 16 Games Against Canada (8-0-8)
- U.S. MNT Opens Final Round of 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying on Feb. 6 Against Honduras in San Pedro Sula (3 p.m. CT Kickoff; Live Broadcast on beIN SPORT)
HOUSTON (Jan. 29, 2013) - A young U.S. Men's National Team controlled the majority of the match against Canada but couldn't find the back of the net in a scoreless draw this evening at BBVA Compass Stadium in the first match of 2013.
Nov 14, 2012
VIDEO: U.S. MNT Ready for Test in Krasnodar, Russia
The U.S. Men's National Team wraps up 2012 with an international friendly in Krasnodar, Russia. With big road wins already this year against Italy and Mexico, Jurgen Klinsmann's team will hope to finish the year on a high. Carlos Bocanegra, Michael Bradley and Herculez Gomez preview the match set for Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. ET on ESPN2, ESPN3 and Univision Deportes. More info: http://www.ussoccer.com
Oct 17, 2012
VIDEO: USMNT Player Reactions, Post-Game Press Conference Oct. 16
Jurgen Klinsmann spoke with the media following the win against Guatemala on Oct. 16, 2012. Kilnsmann thanks the crowd in Kansas City and talks about the performance that helped the team qualify for the Hexagonal in 2013.
The U.S. Men defeated Guatemala in Kansas City with a final score of 3-1 on Oct. 16, 2012. A few members of the U.S. team talk about the win and qualification for the next round of World Cup Qualifying.
Oct 15, 2012
VIDEO: USMNT Klinsman, Bradley discuss Guatemala, advancing
via MLS on YouTube:
US men's national team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann and midfielder Michael Bradley discuss the challenge of Guatemala and the importance of Tuesday night's match.
Grant Wahl SI.com: Unconvincing U.S. on brink of advancing in World Cup qualifying
Aug 11, 2011
USMNT vs. Mexico friendly - Highs and Lows
Playing under newly appointed head coach Jurgen Klinsmann the U.S. came away with a draw in Philadelphia against rival Mexico. VASoccerNews traveled to Philly and observed the match and here are our breakdowns of the "Highs & Lows" of the night.
Starting USMNT Roster:
Highs - The U.S. was able to limit Mexico to very few attacking opportunities despite giving up the lone goal of the first half. Michael Bradley could not have marked Oribe Peralta any tighter but the Mexican forward did just enough (part skill/part luck) to get his boot on the end of the cross for the goal.
Lows - The Americans were also unable to create much in the way of any promising attack against Mexico and looked very stale on the offensive side of the ball. On defense, U.S. defender Edgar Castillo could not have played a worse game. Castillo was repeatedly beat on balls played into the corner and never quite seemed to be in the right position throughout the first half, constantly being caught "on an island" on the quick give-and-go passes by the Mexican attackers.
USMNT Subs:
Highs - Suprissingly Klinsmann returned the same starters to the field for the beginning of the second half however he would go on to use four subs later in the game. The first substitutes, Brek Shea and Juan Agudelo, immediate showed flashes of energy and creativity nearly connecting on a criss-cross run from 40 yards out but could not finish with a quality shot.
Later in the second half Shea was able to connect with the third U.S. substitute, Robbie Rogers, as Shea used pure muscle to shield the Mexican defender and play a great ball across the goal face for Rogers to tap in for an easy goal that tied the match.
Lows - Ricardo Clark seemed the most ineffective of all the subs coming on in place of Jose Torres and made plenty of odd decisions including poor shot choices and a clear miss that could have put the Americans up late in the game.
Liberty Financial Field:
Highs - The home stadium of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles is a beautiful park and puts D.C. Uniteds' home field, R.F.K to shame. All seats offer quality views of the action and the large screens at each end are excellent for viewing replays and close-ups of the on field battles.
Lows - The only possible "low" could be that one end of the field (Mexico's first half side) looked as if it had recently had some patch work sod repairs done to it. Possibly from an event or concert? Though the field conditions seemed to be more cosmetic than anything and never seemed to disrupt the play.
Lower than Low - Speaking of disrupting the play, unfortunately one USMNT supporter decided to make his way onto the field of play during the action causing a brief pause until he was removed. Running around shirtless and carrying an American flag he wondered around for about a good minute until seemingly bored he was easily apprehended by security. What exactly motivates fans to do this at sporting events? POINTLESS!
New U.S. Head Coach, Jurgen Klinsmann:
Highs- Realistically speaking one game is not much to go on when trying to guage how Klinsmann will mold this team and/or what style of play he plans on implementing for the U.S. squad as they move forward. One thing was made very clear when speaking to the players and even listening to the new head coach, he has already set a positive tone in the locker room. The players seem to be responding to the positive energy Klinsmann brings to the position and the confidence boost that comes from that energy.
U.S. Midfielder BREK SHEA
On the difference between tonight and his debut:“I was excited and nervous that night. It was way faster compared to the soccer I’ve been playing. Today, I just got in there, relaxed and did what I had to do. I got a lot of playing time this year, and that definitely helps in raising confidence, and Coach Klinsmann also brings positive energy. He’s all about if you mess up, it’s not a big deal, you move on.”
U.S. goalkeeper TIM HOWARD
On Klinsmann’s appointment and moving forward:
"It's been good and upbeat so there’s a positive feeling."
U.S. Midfielder Kyle Beckerman
On Klinsmann:
"He is super positive."
Overall: The mix of energy and creative play making seen from the younger substitutes combined with the experience of players such as Landon Donovan, Steve Cherundolo, and Tim Howard and topped off with the fresh outlook and positive energy that Klinsman seems to be instilling may just end up being the perfect recipe to move the U.S. team to the next level of international teams.
Starting USMNT Roster:
Highs - The U.S. was able to limit Mexico to very few attacking opportunities despite giving up the lone goal of the first half. Michael Bradley could not have marked Oribe Peralta any tighter but the Mexican forward did just enough (part skill/part luck) to get his boot on the end of the cross for the goal.
Lows - The Americans were also unable to create much in the way of any promising attack against Mexico and looked very stale on the offensive side of the ball. On defense, U.S. defender Edgar Castillo could not have played a worse game. Castillo was repeatedly beat on balls played into the corner and never quite seemed to be in the right position throughout the first half, constantly being caught "on an island" on the quick give-and-go passes by the Mexican attackers.
USMNT Subs:
Highs - Suprissingly Klinsmann returned the same starters to the field for the beginning of the second half however he would go on to use four subs later in the game. The first substitutes, Brek Shea and Juan Agudelo, immediate showed flashes of energy and creativity nearly connecting on a criss-cross run from 40 yards out but could not finish with a quality shot.
Later in the second half Shea was able to connect with the third U.S. substitute, Robbie Rogers, as Shea used pure muscle to shield the Mexican defender and play a great ball across the goal face for Rogers to tap in for an easy goal that tied the match.
Lows - Ricardo Clark seemed the most ineffective of all the subs coming on in place of Jose Torres and made plenty of odd decisions including poor shot choices and a clear miss that could have put the Americans up late in the game.
Liberty Financial Field:
Highs - The home stadium of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles is a beautiful park and puts D.C. Uniteds' home field, R.F.K to shame. All seats offer quality views of the action and the large screens at each end are excellent for viewing replays and close-ups of the on field battles.
Lows - The only possible "low" could be that one end of the field (Mexico's first half side) looked as if it had recently had some patch work sod repairs done to it. Possibly from an event or concert? Though the field conditions seemed to be more cosmetic than anything and never seemed to disrupt the play.
Lower than Low - Speaking of disrupting the play, unfortunately one USMNT supporter decided to make his way onto the field of play during the action causing a brief pause until he was removed. Running around shirtless and carrying an American flag he wondered around for about a good minute until seemingly bored he was easily apprehended by security. What exactly motivates fans to do this at sporting events? POINTLESS!
New U.S. Head Coach, Jurgen Klinsmann:
Highs- Realistically speaking one game is not much to go on when trying to guage how Klinsmann will mold this team and/or what style of play he plans on implementing for the U.S. squad as they move forward. One thing was made very clear when speaking to the players and even listening to the new head coach, he has already set a positive tone in the locker room. The players seem to be responding to the positive energy Klinsmann brings to the position and the confidence boost that comes from that energy.
U.S. Midfielder BREK SHEA
On the difference between tonight and his debut:“I was excited and nervous that night. It was way faster compared to the soccer I’ve been playing. Today, I just got in there, relaxed and did what I had to do. I got a lot of playing time this year, and that definitely helps in raising confidence, and Coach Klinsmann also brings positive energy. He’s all about if you mess up, it’s not a big deal, you move on.”
U.S. goalkeeper TIM HOWARD
On Klinsmann’s appointment and moving forward:
"It's been good and upbeat so there’s a positive feeling."
U.S. Midfielder Kyle Beckerman
On Klinsmann:
"He is super positive."
Overall: The mix of energy and creative play making seen from the younger substitutes combined with the experience of players such as Landon Donovan, Steve Cherundolo, and Tim Howard and topped off with the fresh outlook and positive energy that Klinsman seems to be instilling may just end up being the perfect recipe to move the U.S. team to the next level of international teams.
Aug 10, 2011
VASoccerNews heads to Philly for US vs Mexico Friendly
The USMNT will be meeting Mexico tonight at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa. for the first time since their 2011 Gold Cup Final in Pasadena, CA. and VASoccerNews will be there covering the game live from the press box.
Be sure to follow us on Twitter: @VASoccerNews as we provide live updates as well as behind the scenes tidbits of the action in Philly. There are plenty of story lines heading into this usually heated rivalry between the two CONCACAF clubs including new U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann, the return of former D.C. United player Freddy Adu, and the first call up for current D.C. United starting goalkeeper Bill Hamid.You can watch the game live on ESPN2, ESPN3.com, and Univision.
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