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What will it take for the US to advance out of the group stage at the WC?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 11:40 am
Posted on 4/22/14 at 11:40 am
Just thought I would spur a discussion today not involving David Moyes.
I find it interesting that some have announced publicly that they think the US will do well. Raymond Domenech thinks the US makes the quarters (although honestly this probably hurts our case more than helps it), while Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (former Bayern and West German striker, current BM executive) thinks the US is the favorite to get out of the group, with Germany.
I find it interesting that some have announced publicly that they think the US will do well. Raymond Domenech thinks the US makes the quarters (although honestly this probably hurts our case more than helps it), while Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (former Bayern and West German striker, current BM executive) thinks the US is the favorite to get out of the group, with Germany.
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Posted on 4/22/14 at 11:49 am to cwil177
Get 4 points out of the first 2 games and hope Germany is safe with 6 points by game 3 and rest some important players.
Germany beating Portugal big would help also.
Germany beating Portugal big would help also.
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 11:50 am
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:06 pm to cwil177
I think Joy getting hot would help big time. When he was in form and had that goal streak going, we looked pretty impressive as a team.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:29 pm to cwil177
The back line MUST be in sync and competent. I have faith we can score on Ghana and Portugal but we cannot allow early goals and give up backbreakers when we have the momentum.
Bradley has to be able to push forward. That's when we're the most dangerous. I don't like the way him and JJ play together.
1. Beat Ghana, beat/draw Portugal
2. Ghana beats/draws with Portugal
3. Uncle Sam's giant eagle cock proceeds to wreak havoc in Round of 16.
Bradley has to be able to push forward. That's when we're the most dangerous. I don't like the way him and JJ play together.
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What will it take for the US to advance out of the group stage at the WC?
1. Beat Ghana, beat/draw Portugal
2. Ghana beats/draws with Portugal
3. Uncle Sam's giant eagle cock proceeds to wreak havoc in Round of 16.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:32 pm to cwil177
It's no question we can't lose one of our 1st 2 games, and desperately need at least 4 points. Everybody is saying we need to beat Ghana. Honestly, I think we tie Ghana and beat Portugal. They have some amazing players there's no question, but if you can contain CR (which obviously is not easy), you can neutralize Portugal.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:36 pm to cwil177
An extremely organized defensive team that is capable of nicking a goal or two on the counter or set pieces.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:39 pm to cwil177
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Raymond Domenech thinks the US makes the quarters
frick, we're done.
Honestly, I have no idea why people are picking us, outside of being different. Maybe they think we are best suited for the humid climate . I really don't know.
This post was edited on 4/22/14 at 12:44 pm
Posted on 4/22/14 at 12:42 pm to Bluefin
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The back line MUST be in sync and competent. I have faith we can score on Ghana and Portugal but we cannot allow early goals and give up backbreakers when we have the momentum.
I agree. Need to be in sync and avoid bad early luck against Ghana. Need Ronaldo to be out of sync with the rest of Portugal.
I think with a little luck and a massive game from Howard we can get 3 points from Germany's 2nd team.
I do wonder where our goals are going to come from. Dempsey's a wild card for me. He could be great and he could be a net negative for the whole tournament.
According to Rog Bennett, we have nothing to worry about re: Jozy for the World Cup. I hope he's right, because like someone said, we are our best when he's in form. We've seen Zusi put in lots of good service, but I want Landon on the field too. The composition of the front 4 (assuming we go 4-2-3-1) will be very interesting.
He's not going to leave Dempsey out of the starting 11 I assume, so is it possible we see Landon-Deuce-Zusi behind Altidore?
Posted on 4/22/14 at 1:01 pm to uway
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I do wonder where our goals are going to come from.
I think Landon will be our top scorer again. There's something about the WC that just brings out a crazy confidence in him. I feel better knowing that he is on the pitch if we go down a goal. His calmness is contagious.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 1:04 pm to Bluefin
I really think Jozy surprises some people in Brazil. He had a pretty solid showing in South Africa even though he wasn't in good club form at the time.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 1:35 pm to uway
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I really think Jozy surprises some people in Brazil. He had a pretty solid showing in South Africa even though he wasn't in good club form at the time.
Don't let TNBhoy hear that.
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He's not going to leave Dempsey out of the starting 11 I assume, so is it possible we see Landon-Deuce-Zusi behind Altidore?
If I had to take a guess I would say this is what we go with.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 1:58 pm to cwil177
Wins.
Posted on 4/22/14 at 3:42 pm to Dalosaqy
We have to beat Ghana, or team morale will go to shite with the quickness.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 3:18 am to uway
Good first halfs and
Solving this problem and we have a chance.
The first 30 minutes of every match is paramount for the good guys.
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I do wonder where our goals are going to come from.
Solving this problem and we have a chance.
The first 30 minutes of every match is paramount for the good guys.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 6:36 am to Sheep
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This post was edited on 6/12/23 at 8:18 am
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:14 am to TheIrishFro
I'm surprised more people haven't mentioned figuring out a good CB pairing. We can't allow for defensive lapses like we have in the past. Sometimes our backs look so disorganized, and that is very frustrating.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:31 am to cwil177
Like many have said, we need 4 points out of the first 2. Really need Germany to get 6 points early and rest guys. It would be nice if portugal v Ghana ended in a tie.
As for our team. I like going with Alitdore, Donovan, Zusi and Dempsey in the front, but like cwill said, it will be up to the back line to really lock it up. I don't feel confident that we can get 3 or 4 goals in a game so we have to keep the scores down.
Im okay if we bunker in a little and try to counter for most the tournament.
As for our team. I like going with Alitdore, Donovan, Zusi and Dempsey in the front, but like cwill said, it will be up to the back line to really lock it up. I don't feel confident that we can get 3 or 4 goals in a game so we have to keep the scores down.
Im okay if we bunker in a little and try to counter for most the tournament.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:33 am to cwil177
I think if we can secure 5 points, we'll definitely be through.
What we're realistically looking for is 4 points and for either Ghana or Portugal to melt.
What we're realistically looking for is 4 points and for either Ghana or Portugal to melt.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:33 am to TheIrishFro
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Our only realistic chance to advance is if we beat Ghana.
Disagree.
Posted on 4/23/14 at 8:58 am to cwil177
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I'm surprised more people haven't mentioned figuring out a good CB pairing
Besler is the only lock in our pool. Next best is Gonzalez then Goodson. We are really thin at CB.
Besler-Gonzalez, regardless of their lapses, is far and away the best pairing
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