Author Archives: Franco Panizo

Honored Wambach hoping to break Hamm’s goal-scoring record soon

Two goals shy of tying Mia Hamm’s all-time scoring record, U.S. Women’s National Team forward Abby Wambach is honored but eager to get the illustrious milestone out of the way. Continue reading »

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Wambach inches closer to history as USWNT rout Korea Republic

The U.S. Women’s National Team scored twice early en route to picking up a 4-1 victory over Korea Republic in a game at Gillette Stadium that saw Abby Wambach move closer to history and marked Hope Solo’s return. Continue reading »

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Cameron shows quality, versatility in central midfield in USA win vs. Panama

Geoff Cameron proved just how important he is to the U.S. Men’s National Team on Tuesday night, showing his versatility with a strong 90-minute performance in central midfield in the Americans’ 2-0 victory over Panama. Continue reading »

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USMNT Notes: Temporary grass not a major problem for squad on eve of Panama qualifier

The U.S. Men’s National Team will be playing on a grass field laid over the turf surface at CenturyLink Field in their World Cup qualifier vs. Panama on Tuesday night and they do not really seem to mind it too much. Continue reading »

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Gomez released from USMNT camp due to knee injury, Jones officially ruled out

The U.S. Men’s National Team released forward Herculez Gomez from camp on Monday in an effort to allow him to continue his recovery from a right knee contusion, and Jermaine Jones has been officially ruled out vs. Panama but is expected to return for next week’s game against Honduras. Continue reading »

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With Jones and Zusi out, USMNT sorting through options in midfield

The absences of Jermaine Jones and Graham Zusi have left the U.S. Men’s National Team with holes to fill in their midfield ahead of their World Cup qualifier vs. Panama, but there are several options capable of replacing them. Continue reading »

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Besler boosts national team stock, delivers another solid outing vs. top opponent

Matt Besler continued to impress for the U.S. Men’s National Team on Sunday, delivering a solid outing in their 4-3 victory over Germany at RFK Stadium. Continue reading »

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Beckham continuing to explore Miami as potential site for MLS expansion team

David Beckham continued to examine Miami as a potential site for an expansion MLS team this past weekend, meeting with political figures and visiting two stadiums in South Florida. Continue reading »

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USMNT hold off late Germany rally to post impressive win in wild Centennial match

The U.S. Men’s National Team celebrated their centennial anniversary with a 4-3 victory over Germany in a wild match at RFK Stadium. Continue reading »

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Evans looks set for surprise USMNT starting role vs. Germany

Seattle Sounders utility man Brad Evans looks set for a golden opportunity to impress U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann with a surprise start at right back against Germany on Sunday. Continue reading »

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