March 30, 20223 yr Tonight is basically a friendly. US will come out with some fire and a good lineup just to avoid a worst case scenario but assuming it's 1-0 or something at half (even 0-0) I'm sure we see some early subs and mainly work on getting guys experience. (i.e. if Pulisic plays more than 45 I think Tuchel might kill Greg)
March 30, 20223 yr CR can play dumb, but it's pretty much a known thing - yellow accumulation will cost CR players in the playoff against New Zealand (just went final 5-0). Frankly, I think we should score early and make sure they have no doubt this is just a walk through. Then do ztejas says and get people some work.
March 30, 20223 yr 7 minutes ago, Captain Ron said: Frankly, I think we should score early and make sure they have no doubt this is just a walk through And not to be cocky but I think that's what's going to happen. The CR yutes will probably come out plucky but they aren't going to park it or CONCACAF this thing up. Open the game up and we'll score. Granted they might score, too. Edited March 30, 20223 yr by ztejas
March 30, 20223 yr 5 hours ago, Ted Lange said: Costa Rica has scored more than 1 goal in 3 of their 13 WCQ matches, vs El Salvador twice and Honduras, both bottom feeders. They have yet to score more than 2. The last time they did, they scored 3 vs Guadeloupe, 20 matches ago. So we're OK unless the ref adds like 180 minutes of stoppage time?
March 30, 20223 yr Floating through Twitter and I found this one by Pulisic after the loss in Couva. A really good read about how he was reflecting on the loss and what his thoughts were. As we sit on the edge of officially qualifying, I recommend the read. https://www.theplayerstribune.com/articles/christian-pulisic-usmnt-world-cup And one more thing @Helobious On 3/28/2022 at 8:32 PM, Captain Ron said: And you're still a moron. They aren't losing popularity. People are frustrated (hence losing passion and pride). That isn't the same as them not being followed. These are the Cleveland Brown or the Houston Texans. This is their national team. They aren't losing popularity. You say Mexico is going to stop following their national team, no fucking way (emphasis mine): Quote Soccer … it’s just this way of life in other countries. It’s part of the fabric of who they are, and of what they do. There’s this sense of identity that I think is baked into global soccer — that touches everyone, and connects everyone together. If your city’s club team is having success, or if your national team is having success, there’s just this amazing sense of personal pride that comes with it. I saw a spark of that with Clint’s goal in 2014 — it almost felt like that one moment changed the mood of the entire country. And it’s hard to put into words how powerful that is. Edited March 30, 20223 yr by Captain Ron
March 30, 20223 yr Clint's goal yes, but the moment I felt that football truly, TRULY arrived in the states was 90 minutes later with Brooks' goal. I still watch those reaction videos from time to time. Americans got focused on football and there's no turning back. Couva was a blip that needed to happen to get our shit strait (the hiring of GERGG aside)
March 30, 20223 yr 4 hours ago, Captain Ron said: Mexico in black has been a hit with a younger generation. But the bulk of their fans do want to see them in green again. According to leaks, they are going to come the World Cup. This is the World Cup uniform (note the new crest) This one's scratching his ass, and this one is scratching his ass, and this guys saying "whadaya want from me"? (But yes, this is what the Mexico uniform should always be.)
March 30, 20223 yr lol.. altidore wanted that ball too.. bruh....i was only 2 sips into my beer.. goal went in.. bar exploded......table got bumped... no more beer.. didn't care.... huggin slappin hands with strangers
March 30, 20223 yr 31 minutes ago, kingkoopa6 said: lol.. altidore wanted that ball too.. bruh....i was only 2 sips into my beer.. goal went in.. bar exploded......table got bumped... no more beer.. didn't care.... huggin slappin hands with strangers It was awesome. As was JJ against Portugal. What ever happened to that Julian Green kid? Is he floating around in a 2nd tier league somewhere in Europe? Dude was like Freddy Adu 2.0. Nagbe too, another hyped up kid that never did anything.
March 30, 20223 yr 5 minutes ago, ztejas said: It was awesome. As was JJ against Portugal. What ever happened to that Julian Green kid? Is he floating around in a 2nd tier league somewhere in Europe? Dude was like Freddy Adu 2.0. Nagbe too, another hyped up kid that never did anything. He plays for Greuther Fürth in the Bundesliga (on loan from Stuttgart). They are in dead last and are almost guaranteed to be relegated.
March 30, 20223 yr 4 minutes ago, The Dog said: He plays for Greuther Fürth in the Bundesliga (on loan from Stuttgart). They are in dead last and are almost guaranteed to be relegated. Pretty much what I figured. Bottom of the BL is always atrocious.
March 30, 20223 yr 7 hours ago, Captain Ron said: Mexico in black has been a hit with a younger generation. But the bulk of their fans do want to see them in green again. According to leaks, they are going to come the World Cup. This is the World Cup uniform (note the new crest) It's why they are called El Tri, or Los Tricolores, for crying out loud. Classic kits and I love to see them. But I'm kind of an old so I guess my opinion is consistent with my demographic.
March 30, 20223 yr Author 8 hours ago, Longboard Horn said: Welp.... 7 hours ago, Captain Ron said: Mexico in black has been a hit with a younger generation. But the bulk of their fans do want to see them in green again. According to leaks, they are going to come the World Cup. This is the World Cup uniform (note the new crest) They should go with the socks on the right and on their white pants the eagle should cover their left leg while the beak and claws hold the snake that is lined up over the center seam of their shorts. 😆 Edited March 30, 20223 yr by Napoleon
March 31, 20223 yr Really wanted to see Reyna get 60+ minutes with Pulisic but hard to complain about this lineup.
March 31, 20223 yr They are gonna put 9 behind the ball, not sure Acosta and Musah are the guys who are able to do anything about that.
March 31, 20223 yr 19 minutes ago, Ted Lange said: That looks like a lineup from a coach who wants to win. Maybe a Gergg really can change its spots.
March 31, 20223 yr 20 minutes ago, Ted Lange said: They are gonna put 9 behind the ball Why? Good lineup. Reyna almost certainly has a minutes restriction.
March 31, 20223 yr 3 minutes ago, ztejas said: Why? Good lineup. Reyna almost certainly has a minutes restriction. Because that’s how they play, and now they have their B team. They are gonna give us 75% possession.
March 31, 20223 yr 13 minutes ago, Ted Lange said: Because that’s how they play, and now they have their B team. They are gonna give us 75% possession. Hmm. We'll see. I wasn't thinking they'd toss out any chance at 6-0 from the jump but you may be right. Also - if they're just gonna line up and play for a draw I think they're in trouble against this US lineup. Edited March 31, 20223 yr by ztejas
March 31, 20223 yr 1 minute ago, RamjetFDO said: The CBSSN prematch crew is fantastic. Deuce alone takes it to 11.
March 31, 20223 yr 5 minutes ago, RamjetFDO said: The CBSSN prematch crew is fantastic. 4 minutes ago, Braff Zacklin said: Deuce alone takes it to 11. Y'all think Clint hitting that shit? With the shades on too? Not gonna lie I thought he and Kate had a little moment there. Edited March 31, 20223 yr by ztejas
March 31, 20223 yr 1 minute ago, SimonBolivar said: I want a Pepsi goal. You want a Pepsi you're gonna have to pay for it pal.
March 31, 20223 yr 1 minute ago, RamjetFDO said: Nice looking stadium As much as I hate Yeltsin Tejeda, Ticos ain't that bad.
March 31, 20223 yr Some of the CONCACAF camera work leaves shit to be desired still. Having a hard time telling our guys apart.
March 31, 20223 yr Just now, RamjetFDO said: Jedi rocket. Miles. But I'm with you. I'm struggling to figure out who the fuck on our team is doing what.
March 31, 20223 yr Miles. But I'm with you. I'm struggling to figure out who the fuck on our team is doing what. Oh shit. Right. Ant-knee is Jedi. Too many Robinsons.
March 31, 20223 yr Why is Acosta green lit to take shots 5m behind the box? Is any keeper thinking "oh fuck - Kellyn Acosta winding up from way outside - better be sharp here"
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