Comments on: Second-string Americans make little impact

By: Reston, VA

Reston, VA — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:58:05 +0000

What a true lack of understanding of US Soccer. You really need to look at the big picture, which I think US Soccer is doing. Obviously, the poor showing at the last WC has led to the current state of our National team. Over 80 players have seen action since Bradley has taken over and I’m sure quite a few more will be seen in the next few years. While these regional cups seem relevant to rabid football fans, the ultimate goal for the US is to improve their WC showing. If you look at the top countries, their talent pools at the national level are very deep. The quickest way for us to get there is to expose as many potential players to the rigors of international matches and see who shines. I think Benny Feilhaber and Mike Bradley are good examples of this. The focus is and shoud be finding your best 18 to 20 playeers for 2010.

By: Five Times

Five Times — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:04:51 +0000

I’d reckon using a 2nd string team allows the USA to have a convenient excuse for performing badly.C’mon… CONCACAF Gold Cup??? There’s more prestige in performing well in the Copa America.One really wonders whether the US is manufacturing how good they look on paper. I remember before FIFA changed the criteria for World Rankings, USA was like top 20? hahaBeating weak teams won’t cut it USA, Field your best against the world’s best and you’ll improve!

By: London

London — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 19:42:16 +0000

Yes, and it’s given a chance for Robinho to shine. And they’ll probably still win the thing, so you can hardly compare it to the U.S.

By: Jesse

Jesse — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:35:30 +0000

How can you ask about Ronaldinho and Kaka when Brazil third rate players are superstars.

By: Rafa

Rafa — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 13:52:03 +0000

Not sure they need Klinsmann. Bob Bradley has done well, hasn’t he? It’s probably not his fault that he couldn’t bring a full team.

By: a quiet observer

a quiet observer — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:04:08 +0000

The Americans were a disgrace. They beat up on a few minnows, like Denmark’s B team, and think they’re a powerhouse. They’ve got the wrong coach. They were an embarassment at the World Cup last year too. The only bright side is that their poor showing might help them get Juergen Klinsmann as their coach sooner — rather than later.

By: redderthanever

redderthanever — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:03:45 +0000

And what about Brazil? Where are Ronaldinho and Kaka?

By: redderthanever

redderthanever — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:02:48 +0000

It may have been bad form to show up with such a poor team but it’s not like they were outclassed or anything. I thought they played pretty well against argentina for most of the match, and it’s a bloody good Argentina team.