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U17 WC- Hackworth: USA favourite against India

The coach of the USMNT Under-17 is confident that his team can make it through to the knockout stages of the World Cup…

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Who will start in goal for the USA?

Will Bruce Arena give Tim Howard a chance to redeem himself, or will he turn to an in-form Brad Guzan to start against Panama on Friday?

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Feilhaber ready to make most of shock USA return

After haven fallen out of the U.S. national team picture for a second coach, Feilhaber played his way into another look at a crucial time for the USA

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USA's McKennie set to thrive where it all began

The U.S. national team prospect has emerged as a rising star for Bundesliga side Schalke, a decade after falling in love with the game in Germany

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McKennie knows why he's not on U.S. roster

The Schalke midfielder is gaining buzz after breaking out as a Bundesliga starter, but he said it would have been "risky" for Bruce Arena to add him

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Five thoughts on USMNT qualifying squad

Bruce Arena still managed a few surprises with his United States squad, including Benny Feilhaber's return to the national team fold

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Pulisic, Feilhaber headline U.S. qualifying squad

Bruce Arena called in an experienced U.S. national team roster for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Panama and Trinidad & Tobago

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MLS Talking Points: Red Bulls look to stop skid

The New York Red Bulls are mired in a seven-match winless slide, and now head to Toronto facing a stiff challenge against the league's top team

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Projecting the U.S. roster for World Cup qualifiers

DeAndre Yedlin is back and Matt Miazga could be getting a call when Bruce Arena convenes his U.S. squad for October's vital World Cup qualifiers

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Where should Arena deploy Pulisic?

The versatile teenager can play any number of positions for the U.S. national team, and it will be up to his coach to choose where he's most effective

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The 10 biggest remaining MLS matches

As we hit the final month of the MLS regular season, Goal breaks down the most important matchup taking place in the closing weeks.

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Arena: No new faces for October qualifiers

Don't expect to see any surprises in the U.S. squad Bruce Arena calls up for the October World Cup qualifiers.

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Arena wouldn't bench anthem protestor

Though he cited U.S. Soccer's policy requiring USMNT players "stand respectfully" during the national anthem, Bruce Arena wouldn't bench a protester.

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MLS Wrap: RSL's revival and more

Led by impressive youngsters Justen Glad and Jefferson Savarino, Real Salt Lake has enjoyed an impressive turnaround under coach Mike Petke

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D.C. United sits Hamid as clubs circle

Foreign scouts have their eye on soon-to-be-free agent, but seeing the goalkeeper could get tougher, with D.C. United choosing to sit him

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MLS Talking Points: FC Dallas looks to halt slide

The reigning MLS Supporters' Shield winners have gone from being seen as title contenders to being in danger of missing the playoffs

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Vermes' winning formula delivers again

The New York Red Bulls were denied their first cup title by a Sporting side that continued its winning ways in championship games

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Open Cup a chance for trophy-starved Red Bulls

The Red Bulls visit Children's Mercy Park in search of the club's first win in a final, while Sporting KC looks for its sixth title game victory

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Golden Boy nod puts Pulisic's year in perspective

The U.S. sensation's inclusion on the short list for the Golden Boy award, honoring the best player 21 and younger in Europe, is a significant nod

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Sources: Heaps out as Revs coach

New England has moved on from the longtime coach, who led the club to the MLS Cup final in 2014

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MLS Wrap: LA Galaxy hit rock bottom

The Galaxy have gone from league powerhouse to league laughingstock, and their demise couldn't have come at a worse time

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Why Jamaicans can't play in Premier League

MLS stars Andre Blake and Kemar Lawrence saw potential transfers to the Premier League ruined because the Reggae Boyz are out of the top 50

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MLS Talking Points: Whitecaps surging

The surprising Western Conference leaders face an in-form Columbus Crew side, while struggling FC Dallas takes on Seattle in the headliners of Week 28

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Change of paths paying off for U.S. prospect

The young American goalkeeper returned from a stint in Germany and has made the move pay off by being one of the best young goalkeepers in the league

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Pirlo among 10 MLS stars to hit open market

Led by free agency and the end of some of the league's biggest contract, MLS will feature more out-of-contract big names this winter than ever before

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Who are the MLS MVP candidates?

The Timbers playmaker is playing the best soccer of his career, and it has Portland leading the West and Valeri in the MLS MVP running

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Pirlo suffers rough night in New York

The World Cup-winning midfielder had a night to forget as Portland focused on taking him out of the game, a plan that led to a big win

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MLS Points: Atlanta ready to rock new stadium

The expansion team debuts its state-of-the-art stadium as it begins a long home stand, and what Atlanta fans are hoping is a run to the playoffs

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Five takeaways from USA's ugly draw

Defensive struggles, a promising look from a new system and a veteran's last stand headline the key talking points from the USA's latest outing

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U.S. draw offsets ugly performance

Bobby Wood's 85th-minute equalizer helped earn a draw in Honduras for the U.S. national team, overshadowing what was another lackluster performance

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USMNT can't afford loss in Honduras

The U.S. national team is faced with the reality that a loss in Honduras on Tuesday would cripple its World Cup qualifying chances

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How much will Arena shake up the U.S. lineup?

After Friday's disappointing 2-0 loss to Costa Rica, the U.S. national team coach must consider just how much he should shake up his team

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Surprising stinker leads USA takeaways

The defender was expected to be the anchor of the U.S. back line, but instead played his worst national team match in recent memory

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Pressure mounts on USA after home loss

An attack that couldn't find the net and a defense that made costly mistakes doomed the USMNT to a costly 2-0 home defeat to Los Ticos

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Is Pulisic the long-awaited USA No.10?

American soccer fans have spent decades waiting for a true No.10 to emerge. Is the 18-year-old just the latest star to be miscast in the role?

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Ream ready to be 'next man up' in U.S. defense

The Fulham defender is a leading candidate to start in the U.S. defense against Costa Rica, taking another step in a career he never dreamed of having

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Sizing up the USA's lineup options vs Costa Rica

Bruce Arena has a wealth of options in attack and central defense as he tries to pick the right team to earn three vital World Cup qualifying points

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Tottenham future grim for Carter-Vickers

The highly-regarded young American center back is facing worsening prospects at Tottenham, where his outlook for the future doesn't seem very bright

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Bradley's work for TFC and USMNT far from done

The 30-year-old U.S. captain is having an outstanding year for club and country, and believes he's only getting better with age

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Pulisic stays grounded amid increasing hype

The U.S. national team star is putting the finishing touches on what has been a roller-coaster year and the 18-year-old is determined to keep his head

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Pulisic: Tough seeing Dembele leave

The American midfielder was not happy about his "good friend" departing for Barcelona, but he understands why the French forward left Dortmund.

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USA center-back competition wide open

John Brooks may be out injured, but U.S. coach Bruce Arena still has options aplenty in central defense heading into September's matches

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USMNT Notes: Arena returns to NYC area

The coach is back home as the U.S. national team prepares for its first World Cup qualifier to be played in the New York City market

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Beasley keeps Houston on his mind

The U.S. national team and Houston Dynamo defender is preparing for upcoming World Cup qualifiers while also thinking about his devastated home city

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Five USMNT roster takeaways

Timmy Chandler's absence from the U.S. World Cup qualifying squad was the biggest head-turner from an otherwise predictable side, but it shouldn't be

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USA calls veteran squad for qualifiers

Both veterans are back just in time for some big USMNT qualifiers, despite having dealt with recent injuries that had kept them sidelined

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Atlanta suffers rough road trip

The talented expansion team went into the week expected to take points off struggling D.C. United and Philadelphia, but settled for a single point

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Villa never stopped hoping for a Spain recall

The New York City FC striker and former World Cup winner admitted that his surprise Spain recall was a moment he'd spent years hoping for.

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MLS Talking Points: Rivalry week

The Seattle Sounders face Portland in a battle of top West squads while NYCFC looks for a season sweep against the New York Red Bulls in MLS Week 25.

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U.S. prospect takes humbling European path

The former U.S. Under-23 defender signed with Dutch club Excelsior, capping a roller-coaster two years in Europe since leaving MLS

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Projecting the USA's qualifying roster

A pair of crucial World Cup qualifiers await the U.S. national team in September and injuries could leave Bruce Arena with some decisions to make.

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Vieira conceding Supporters' Shield to Toronto FC

NYCFC is just four points behind Toronto FC for the best record in MLS, but the club's head coach doesn't see anyone catching TFC.

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Arriola explains reason for MLS move

The former Tijuana Xolos midfielder sought the U.S. national team coach's advice ahead of a summer move, and he told him an MLS transfer made sense

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Colorado sends Powers to Orlando for Gil

The MLS clubs finalized a deal to swap the midfielders just before the league's summer transfer window

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Revolution land Nemeth after deal with Crew

The Revolution have signed the Hungarian international after making a trade to secure the top spot in the MLS allocation order

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D.C. United completes Paul Arriola signing

The United States international has completed his move to join the MLS side from Liga MX in a record deal

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Sources: DCU on verge of Arriola deal

The U.S. national team midfielder is off to MLS for the first time, set to join Ben Olsen's side in a $3 million transfer

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Freddy Adu explains Poland ordeal

The former U.S. international reveals why he left Europe without a new team, as his journey to get back on the pitch continues

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Kamara, Revs in failing marriage

The Revs traded for the striker last year hoping the blockbuster would turn things around. Instead, it has been a big disappointment

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Sources: Fire weighing Accam options

The Ghanaian winger has submitted a transfer request as the Fire weigh offers and consider a potential move for Colombian midfielder Juan Quintero

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Source: Besiktas bid for Larin rejected

The MLS side is fresh off landing all-star forward Dom Dwyer, but is in no rush to sell the Canadian striker, turning down another offer for him

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Source: Arriola draws transfer interest

The U.S. national team midfielder and Club Tijuana standout has drawn interest from several MLS clubs, but the LA Galaxy hold his rights

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LAFC names Bradley head coach

The former U.S. national team boss will lead the Major League Soccer expansion franchise when it begins play next season

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Jamaica's Blake avoids major injury

The Gold Cup standout left the final with what looked to be a serious injury, but later revealed he only suffered a cut on his hand

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Vets lead U.S. to sixth Gold Cup title

On a night when youngster Jordan Morris delivered the winning goal, it was a trio of experienced USMNT players who helped lead the Americans

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Howard still chasing greatness at 38

The shot-stopper is one of the oldest players in the world still playing for club and country, and as tough a challenge as it is, he still loves it

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U.S. sets sights on Gold Cup title

The U.S. national team is poised to win another Gold Cup on Wednesday, but the stingy Reggae Boyz will look to continue their Cinderella run

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Galaxy land Jonathan dos Santos

The LA Galaxy have completed the transfer of the Mexican national team star, reuniting him with his brother Giovani in a blockbuster MLS deal

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Why did Sporting KC trade Dwyer?

Coming off a strong showing with the U.S. national team, the forward was dealt to the Lions in an MLS record-breaking blockbuster deal

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Donovan knows what USA is missing

The U.S. national team legend believes the current USMNT needs more than just Christian Pulisic and Clint Dempsey to be impact players

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U.S. isn't missing El Tri in Gold Cup

Though Mexico's surprising loss to Jamaica took some of the shine off the Gold Cup final, the U.S. national team is too focused on the trophy to care

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Blake blanks Mexico's future stars

The Philadelphia Union goalkeeper made save after save to deny El Tri's quest for another CONCACAF title, sending Jamaica into a final against the USA

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Dempsey delivers something special

The Texas native stepped on the field and instantly made a difference to help the U.S. national team reach the CONCACAF Gold Cup final

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Donovan adapting to TV booth

The U.S. national team legend is enjoying life as a television analyst breaking down USMNT matches instead of starring in them

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USMNT faces dangerous Ticos

The U.S. national team will take on an injury-hit Costa Rica side that still has enough weapons to win their CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinal clash.

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Nagbe growing into USA role

The Portland Timbers midfielder is settling in as a U.S. national team starter, and while it may feel like he could do more, he's delivering plenty

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Lackluster USA must improve

The U.S. national team was expected to dominate El Salvador in their Gold Cup quarterfinal, but the Americans had yet another struggle to victory

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U.S. will rely on depth in Gold Cup

With the prospect looming of playing four matches in 12 days at venues across the country, USMNT coach Bruce Arena must make full use of his bench.

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Miazga eyes Chelsea and World Cup

The young American defender has lofty aspirations, including breaking through with Antonio Conte's side and earning a place at the 2018 World Cup

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USMNT is Gold Cup favorite now

With the arrival of veteran standouts to reinforce the roster, the USMNT has now become the obvious choice to win the CONCACAF tournament

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USMNT is Gold Cup favorite now

With the arrival of veteran standouts to reinforce the roster, the USMNT has now become the obvious choice to win the CONCACAF tournament

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Rising star returns to USA net

The D.C. United goalkeeper posted an important shutout for the U.S. on Saturday in a Gold Cup match that also cap-tied him to the Americans

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Arena adds six to U.S. Gold Cup squad

A handful of national team veterans have bolstered the 23-man squad ahead of their quarterfinal

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Inexperienced USA delivers big win

Needing a three-goal victory to secure first place in Gold Cup Group B, Bruce Arena's side delivered as several fringe players stepped up

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Arena calling in the cavalry

The U.S national team coach is calling in full reinforcements for the next round, leaving Saturday's match as a last audition for some

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Morris and Zardes flash 2016 form

Two players struggling to find their form in 2017 came through in a big way, stepping up to help Bruce Arena's side claim a 3-2 victory

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U.S. desperate for Gold Cup win

After earning just a point against Panama in the opener, the Americans understand the importance of knocking off the small Caribbean nation

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Dwyer's U.S. form could lead to payday

The Sporting Kansas City striker is enjoying success with the U.S. national team as he navigates contract negotiations with his club

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Five takeaways from USA's draw

The disjointed play of the U.S. midfield was just one of the causes for concern following Saturday's 1-1 Gold Cup draw with Panama

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Shaky defense a concern for U.S.

The big concern heading into the Gold Cup for the U.S. was the attack, but the back line delivered a poor showing in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Panama

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Johnson returns to Nashville a new GK

Five years after his goalkeeping blunder cost the U.S. a chance to qualify for the Olympics, Sean Johnson is back in the city where it happened

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Five breakout USA players to watch

Bruce Arena is on the hunt for new blood in the U.S. national team player pool, and the Gold Cup will allow several prospects to strut their stuff

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Meet the American playing for Man Utd

The 19-year-old fullback is set to embark on his second season with Manchester United and has aspirations of playing for the club's senior side

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MLS: Larin's Orlando homecoming

The Canadian striker takes the field at Orlando City Stadium for the first time since his DUI arrest, a key step as he tries to rebuild his reputation

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Five takeaways from USA's win

Dom Dwyer grabbed the headlines in Saturday's win against Ghana, but it was the play of the midfield that has the U.S. looking ready for the Gold Cup

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Dwyer shines in U.S. debut

The England-born Sporting Kansas City striker turned in an impressive showing in his first match for the U.S. national team, scoring during his debut.

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USA and Ghana meet again

Despite facing Ghana in the past three World Cups, the U.S. national team is focused on trying out new faces, not revenge, in Saturday's friendly.

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MLS Points: New era begins in San Jose

The Earthquakes parted ways with long-time coach Dom Kinnear, and now new boss Chris Leitch makes his MLS debut against arch-rival LA Galaxy

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'Superman' can't stop scoring in MLS

The Minnesota United striker has made a smooth transition from NASL to MLS, and is establishing himself as one of the best finishers in the league.

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Goal's midseason MLS awards

With the first half of the 2017 MLS season in the books, Goal's Ives Galarcep takes a look at the league's best performers to date

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Takeaways from U.S. Gold Cup roster

From Matt Miazga to Kenny Saief an Eric Lichaj, the final 23-man squad has several players who could propel themselves onto the 2018 World Cup radar

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Miazga, Saief, Dwyer headline U.S. squad

A total of 13 players with fewer than 10 caps were named to Bruce Arena's U.S. roster for the biennial CONCACAF tournament

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Ba, Hazard invest in NASL team

The former Newcastle striker, along with the Belgian Chelsea star, have joined forces to launch a new NASL team in Southern California

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NYCFC breaks Red Bull Arena curse

After failing to register a single point at its rival's home in three seasons, NYCFC delivered an emphatic victory in Saturday's showdown

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NY derby headlines MLS rivalry week

NYCFC heads to Red Bull Arena in search of their first-ever win in enemy territory in Major League Soccer's New York derby

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Man City prospect Herrera shining in MLS

Fresh off winning the Bronze Ball at the Under-20 World Cup, the Venezuelan midfielder is enjoying a breakout 2017 with New York City FC

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Vieira laughs off European rumors

In his second season coaching New York City FC, the Arsenal legend downplayed reports linking him with various jobs abroad

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The MLS Wrap: Rapids rolling

Pablo Mastroeni's recent tirade against analytics drew some criticism, but his Rapids have responded with an impressive run of results

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Projecting the U.S. Gold Cup squad

Fresh faces, dual-nationals and surging veterans should make up the bulk of Bruce Arena's roster for next month's CONCACAF competition

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Villa shines in the rain in NYC win

The Spanish striker scored a pair of goals to help his side shake off a first-half deficit and beat the Seattle Sounders on Saturday.

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USA's Arena is the reluctant tactician

The U.S. national team coach has a well-known aversion to discussing tactics publicly, but don't let that fool you into thinking he doesn't know them

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Gonzalez slams Klinsmann's prep

The Pachuca defender praised his former LA Galaxy coach for helping transform the national team while also taking clear shots at his old U.S. boss

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Arena's key to success in U.S. draw

The U.S. coach trotted out a surprising lineup against El Tri, using rock-solid tactics to help his team earn a deserved draw at Estadio Azteca

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Top 10 USA-Mexico matches since 2000

Goal's Ives Galarcep will cover his 20th USA-Mexico match on Sunday in Mexico City, and in honor of the milestone he ranks the top 10 installments

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Arena & Osorio renew old rivalry

The two coaches have known each other for many years, but both are looking to make some history Sunday when they meet in a World Cup qualifier

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Arena praises Mexican culture

The U.S. national team coach expressed his admiration for Mexicans in the U.S. and in Mexico, amid the difficult political climate between the nations

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Five takeaways from USA's win

The Portland Timbers midfielder showed off his game-changing qualities in Thursday's victory. Goal looks at that and more from the USA win against T&T

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The USA is now Pulisic's team

On a night when Clint Dempsey was set up to make history, the youngster stole the show with the latest evidence that he's ready to lead the U.S.

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Arena: 'I think I can coach anywhere'

The U.S. national team coach is in his second tour of duty and believes he's equipped to handle anything that comes his way during his career

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Donovan hails Dempsey goal record

Though he's on the verge of losing his decade-long grip on the U.S. goal-scoring record, Landon Donovan only has praise for the man set to break it

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Dempsey set to rewrite U.S. record book

The 34-year-old striker is one away from tying Landon Donovan for most career U.S. goals, and history suggests it won't be long before he does

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U.S. not thinking about Mexico

The rivalry showdown with El Tri is on Sunday, but the Americans can't afford to look past Thursday's World Cup qualifier against the Caribbean nation

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Pulisic ready for U.S. stardom

After blossoming under the guidance of his father and first pro manager, the teen star is primed to stand on his own and keep exceeding expectations

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Will Pulisic play? Sizing up USA's roster

The Borussia Dortmund youngster may rest during the group stage, and more thoughts on Bruce Arena's squad for this summer's CONCACAF tournament

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Arena questions previous call-ups

The U.S. national team head coach found himself confused by the lack of roster consistency during Jurgen Klinsmann's time in charge

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U.S. U-20s eliminated from World Cup

The Americans were ousted from the tournament on Sunday, losing in extra time to a superior side

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Five takeaways from USA draw

The Dortmund winger the long-time goalkeeper helped the U.S. overcome a flat first half in the final tuneup before the June World Cup qualifiers

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MLS Talking Points: Benches tested

International call-ups have several MLS teams turning to their benches to pick up the slack, and while some are equipped, not all teams can handle it

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Arena: 'U.S. saving no one for Mexico'

The match in Salt Lake City should be a preview of how coach Bruce Arena plans to approach a very challenging schedule of back-to-back games in June

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Gonzalez signs new Dallas deal

The 22-year-old goalkeeper has signed a new four-year contract with the reigning MLS Supporters' Shield winners

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U.S. rolls in WC knockout opener

The coach made perfect personnel and tactical decisions to help lead the Americans to the U-20 World Cup quarterfinals

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Kaka reveals CR7's secrets

The former Real Madrid and Brazil national team star praised his former team-mates for their work ethic and ability to thrive in their 30s

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U.S. U-20s to lean on bench

Tab Ramos will have to dig deep into his bench for Thursday's U-20 World Cup round of 16 clash with New Zealand

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Arena faces tough U.S. lineup choices

Boasting as healthy a collection of U.S. national team options as we have seen since Copa America, the American coach has starting options aplenty

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Arena tabs Howard as USMNT starter

The U.S. national team coach has several position battles to decide on in camp, but he has decided to go with the Rapids man in goal

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Healthy U.S. squad offers questions

Bruce Arena has a healthy and stacked group heading into training camp but will have to find answers to several questions before June's qualifiers

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Pulisic, Dempsey headline U.S. roster

Fresh off winning the DFB Pokal with Borussia Dortmund, the 18-year-old was named to the national team squad for World Cup qualifying camp

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U.S. U-20s overcome adversity

The Americans overcame a Cameron Carter-Vickers red card to reach the Under-20 World Cup Round of 16, but will be shorthanded for their next match

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Pulisic's fitting end to dream season

The 18-year-old American drew the DFB Pokal-winning penalty kick to wrap up a club season few could have envisioned for him

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MLS Points: Cascadia rivals clash

The past two MLS Cup champions meet Saturday in the league's biggest rivalry, but both enter struggling and in need of a win

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Pulisic leads Americans Abroad XI

The Borussia Dortmund sensation and the Pachuca standout led the way in an impressive year for Americans playing abroad

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'Chelsea should sign Aguero & Alexis'

The former Chelsea and England midfielder believes the Blues shouldn't add too many new faces this summer, but a couple stars would give them a boost

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Sargent the USA's missing piece

The 17-year-old striker has given Tab Ramos' squad exactly what it needed, and a deep U-20 World Cup run could result

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Source: Zelalem has torn ACL

The American midfielder suffered a left knee injury that sources have confirmed to Goal is a torn ACL, which could leave him out 6-9 months

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Sargent to sign with Werder Bremen

The U.S. U-17 and U-20 star striker has agreed in principle to join the Bundesliga club when he turns 18, sources confirmed to Goal

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'Mou already a success at Man Utd'

The former England and Chelsea midfielder believes the Portuguese boss already has done an admirable job at Old Trafford this season

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USA impressive in World Cup opener

Tab Ramos' squad overcame an early two-goal deficit and the loss of Gedion Zelalem to turn in an impressive 3-3 draw against Ecuador on Monday

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Red Bulls show signs of life

A home draw is normally disappointing, but not to a New York side that had lost three straight, and not against a TFC side that had won six in a row

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MLS Points: Sounders look to end slide

The reigning MLS Cup champions are in 10th place in the West, and looking to halt a three-match losing streak with the help of a return home

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Kaka: Zidane's success 'a big surprise'

The Brazilian star revealed to Goal that the Real Madrid legend originally had no plans to become a manager once his illustrious playing career ended

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Kaka: Why Neymar's my favourite player

The former Real Madrid midfielder explains why he rates his fellow Brazilian so highly and talks about his own future in the international team

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Aging Kaka reveals future plans

The Brazilian star is in the final year of his contract with Orlando City, and though he wants to remain in the league, no contract talks have begun

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Barcelona product shining in MLS

The Spanish midfielder hasn't drawn much attention outside Kansas City, but he has been a key reason for the club's early success in 2017

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Orlando facing tough call on Larin

The Canadian striker keeps generating transfer interest, and Orlando City coach Jason Kreis says the Lions won't stand in the way of a move

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MLS Wrap: Philadelphia now rolling

After starting out as the last MLS team to record a win, the Philadelphia Union have suddenly posted a pair of blowout victories and three shutouts

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Onalfo's bold move has LA rolling

The coach's decision to bench captain Jelle Van Damme midgame sent a big message, and his team has responded

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MLS: Big week for USMNT hopefuls

With World Cup qualifying just two weeks away, this week could be a big one for players on the fringes of Bruce Arena's U.S. depth chart.

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Questions remain for U.S. U-20s

Tab Ramos has named his U.S. Under-20 World Cup squad, and as talented as it is, there are question marks as the team heads to South Korea.

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MLS Wrap: Newcomers keep shining

It may not have been a winter filled with big-name signings, but several new MLS players have stepped up to become welcome additions.

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Strong benches lead way in MLS

Several key players missed matches on Saturday and it was the teams that were well-equipped to handle those losses that prevailed.

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MLS Points: Best XI at quarter mark

With a fourth of the season in the books, it's time to look at the best players in Major League Soccer so far, including Seattle's Nicolas Lodeiro

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Schweini: Bayern will win CL soon

The midfielder doesn't think his former club needs a shake-up, and believes the Bavarian side can win Europe's top competition in the next 2-3 years

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Schweinsteiger wants Neymar at Bayern

Asked which player he would add to the club if he was sporting director this summer, the World Cup winner told Goal he would choose the Brazilian

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Schweini shaking off Man Utd nightmare

The German legend has enjoyed a smooth transition to life in the USA, but says he is just 70 percent of what he can be a month into his MLS career

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McCarty can't beat NYRB in reunion

The New York Red Bulls kept their unbeaten home record intact by knocking off the Chicago Fire on the night Dax McCarty returned to Red Bull Arena.

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MLS Points: Desperation Derby in LA

The midfielder takes the field at Red Bull Arena for the first time since being traded to Chicago, while the Galaxy need a win against the Union

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McCarty ready for emotional return

The Chicago Fire midfielder faces his former team on Saturday in the first meeting since the stunning trade that sent the former RBNY captain packing.

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Kaka's topping salary chart no surprise

The Brazilian is the highest-paid player in the North American league for the third straight season, which sources tell Goal isn't a coincidence.

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MLS Wrap: A leaner, meaner Larin

Goal's Ives Galarcep takes a look back at the weekend in MLS, including a standout performance from the Orlando City striker and LA hitting a new low.

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Kreis returns to NYC a better coach

The 44-year-old recorded a big win in his first match at Yankee Stadium since being fired as NYCFC coach, and his new team is riding high.

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Red Bulls hit stride with key win

Jesse Marsch's squad jumped into a tie for first place after beating East-leading Columbus on Saturday, the Red Bulls' second straight win.

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MLS Talking Points: Kreis returns

The former NYCFC coach is back at Yankee Stadium with new team Orlando City, while FCD and SKC square off in battle of unbeatens.

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Osorio: Cubo Torres on El Tri's radar

El Tri coach Juan Carlos Osorio said the current MLS goals leader has played his way into the national team conversation.

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Osorio: USA will be difficult

The Mexico boss won his first match against the U.S. but says winning the next one won't be easy with Bruce Arena in charge.

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Osorio backs struggling Chicharito

Javier Hernandez has endured a rough 10 months for club and country, but that hasn't shaken Juan Carlos Osorio's belief in the El Tri striker.

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Hyndman eyes return to Premier League

The U.S. national team prospect has thrived after making the move to Scotland, keeping his Premier League dreams alive for next season.

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Addressing the USA's dilemma up top

The coach will have to choose two starting forwards come June, but playing Clint Dempsey, Bobby Wood and Jozy Altidore together isn't a bad option.

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Sources: MLS market for Terry dried up

The Chelsea legend will be looking for a new place to play this summer, and sources tell Goal that Major League Soccer won't be the destination

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MLS Wrap: NY reaping academy rewards

New York coach Jesse Marsch believes his club is at the top of player development in MLS, while the former NASL star is shining for Minnesota United

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SKC stifles Timbers in Portland

Goalkeeper Tim Melia and the Sporting defense succeeded in shutting down Portland's vaunted attack in a 1-0 victory at Providence Park.

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Villa's wonder goal just his latest

The Spanish star scored what looked like a once-in-a-lifetime goal, but it actually wasn't the first time he scored from almost half-field.

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NYCFC defeats hapless Union

The Philadelphia Union pushed their winless slide to six games, 14 dating back to 2016, as their attack stagnated yet again in Friday's loss to NYCFC.

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MLS Points: Union battle winless slide

Philadelphia's hunt for its first win since last summer, Sporting KC's trip to Portland and a slew of rivalry games highlight the weekend in MLS

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Arena: Johnson injury not responding

The Monchengladbach midfielder is struggling in his recovery from a hamstring injury suffered in March

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Arena: U.S. could win 2026 World Cup

The U.S. national team boss believes "2026 could be our time" to win soccer's biggest competition.

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Which U.S. prospects will play in 2026?

With the United States poised to co-host the 2026 World Cup, here are 10 players who could have a key role to play for the USMNT that summer.

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Joint World Cup bid the right deal

Complaints surfaced from all three countries involved in the CONCACAF World Cup hosting bid, which shows it isn't the lopsided deal some think it is.

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MLS Wrap: McCarty thriving in Chicago

After shaking off the shock of a surprising trade, the former New York Red Bulls star has settled in with the Fire and is back to his best

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Schweinsteiger impresses in Fire win

The German star wasn't the best Chicago Fire player on the field Saturday, but he turned in another impressive shift to help the side earn a big win.

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LA Galaxy need to wake up

A 1-3 start has the LA Galaxy off to a poor start, but with several starters back from injuries, Curt Onalfo's squad has no excuse to keep struggling.

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Is Jones a must-start for USA?

The German-American midfielder voiced his belief that he remains a lock starter for the U.S. national team, but is that really still the case?

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MLS Wrap: Schweinsteiger's dream debut

Bastian Schweinsteiger's goal-scoring MLS debut offered a sample of what he can do, and why the Chicago Fire made their $4.5 million investment.

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McNamara forcing NYCFC's hand

The NYCFC midfielder replaced an ineffective Andrea Pirlo and scored the winning goal, raising questions about whether a change is needed

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MLS Talking Points: TFC's homecoming

Toronto FC returns to BMO Field for the first time since losing the MLS Cup final, while Atlanta United travels to Seattle in a potential classic

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Can Pulisic be USA's first superstar?

From his early days as a tiny sensation in central Pennsylvania, Christian Pulisic seemed destined for stardom. Now, that destiny has become reality.

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Pulisic passes another test

The U.S. national team earned a hard-fought point in Panama and the young BVB star proved he was up to the task in a hostile CONCACAF environment.

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USA could face standoff in Panama

The U.S. national team is in Panama in search of points, but the home team is likely to focus on ensuring the Americans don't score goals.

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USA eyeing six-point March sweep

The U.S. national team has gone from last to fourth place in the Hex, and will be looking for a jump to third with a win in Panama on Tuesday.

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Dempsey keeps turning back clock

At 34, Clint Dempsey probably shouldn't still be a key starter for the U.S. national team, but he showed Friday he's still too good to cast aside.

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Pulisic shines in USA rout

The Borussia Dortmund teenager was outstanding in an attacking midfield role, scoring a goal and having a hand in three others in a 6-0 victory.

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