Altidore, Dempsey, Bradley, Jones, Gonzalez and Howard are all no-brainers. Playing Dempsey in a slightly withdrawn role gives him the freedom to roam the field like he did against Germany. Jones and Bradley working together gives the whole team (and the fans) a sense of confidence. I don't necessarily agree with Zusi, but he is a favorite of Klinsmann, and with Gomez seemingly injured it is almost guaranteed that Zusi will get the start. I liked what we saw from Fabian Johnson and Brad Evans in the Germany game, and as long as Johnson is healthy (as Klinsmann claims), these two should get the nod. Cameron and Beasley are the US teams best shot at a stable back line, somehow Cameron has lost favor from US fans, but he's our best bet at holding the Reggae Boys at bay. Beasley looks infinitely better than any other left back option, and his speed will be crucial in this game.
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Brett Debbold
over 11 years
Altidore, Dempsey, Bradley, Jones, Gonzalez and Howard are all no-brainers. Playing Dempsey in a slightly withdrawn role gives him the freedom to roam the field like he did against Germany. Jones and Bradley working together gives the whole team (and the fans) a sense of confidence. I don't necessarily agree with Zusi, but he is a favorite of Klinsmann, and with Gomez seemingly injured it is almost guaranteed that Zusi will get the start. I liked what we saw from Fabian Johnson and Brad Evans in the Germany game, and as long as Johnson is healthy (as Klinsmann claims), these two should get the nod. Cameron and Beasley are the US teams best shot at a stable back line, somehow Cameron has lost favor from US fans, but he's our best bet at holding the Reggae Boys at bay. Beasley looks infinitely better than any other left back option, and his speed will be crucial in this game.