Morris goal gives USMNT first win under ArenaPress Release – The U.S. Men’s National Team used Jordan Morris’ 59th minute strike to defeat regional rivals Jamaica 1-0 on Friday night at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga, Tenn. The win marked the first victory of Bruce Arena’s second tenure in… Feb 04 17February 04, 2017Article at Empire of Soccer
Kljestan leaves U.S. camp early for birth of his sonby DAVE MARTINEZ The New York Red Bulls started the U.S. Men’s National Team training camp with three players, but end it this Friday with just one. USMNT boss Bruce Arena revealed that Sacha Kljestan would be joining Jermaine Jones as two departing… Jan 30 17January 30, 2017Article at Empire of Soccer
Arena era begins with scoreless draw vs. Serbiaby DAVE MARTINEZ Bruce Arena hoped to start his second tenure at the helm of the U.S. National Team with a victory. Instead, the United States scuffed their chances in a scoreless draw against Serbia in San Diego. Arena drew intrigue with his lineup… Jan 29 17January 29, 2017Article at Empire of Soccer
The Arena Era Begins Here: USMNT kick off 2017 vs. Serbiaby DAVE MARTINEZ Waiting to see what a Bruce Arena led U.S. Men’s National Team will look like? Well, you won’t be left in anticipation for much longer. The former LA Galaxy boss is set to make his return to the USMNT sideline on January 29, when the… Dec 15 16December 15, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Watch: USMNT centerback Matt Miazga scores for VitesseMiazga, who was loaned to Vitesse by Chelsea earlier this year, trickled a roller past amateur side Jodan Boys in the KNVB Cup Round of 16 on Wednesday. It was his first goal in all European competition and a welcome achievement after an up and down… Dec 15 16December 15, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
NYCFC interested in former Cosmos mid Szetelaby DAVE MARTINEZ Danny Szetela grew up a fan of the Metrostars. He went on to play for the New York Cosmos. Now, will we see him in City blue? Following a tweet from SBI writer Matt Reed, EoS has learned that New York City FC have expressed interest… Dec 06 16December 06, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Bielsa wants USMNT job, an MLS calendar switch – and Landon Donovanby DAVE MARTINEZ Like so many other outlets, sources tell EoS Bruce Arena is set to become the new manager of the U.S. Men’s National Team. But can there be a wildcard candidate that can flip the script and lure Sunil Gulati away from the American… Nov 22 16November 22, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Marquez late winner downs USMNT in Hex openerby DAVE MARTINEZ The USMNT “Fortress” of MAPFRE Stadium has been breached. Veteran Mexican defender Rafa Marquez rescued a victory from the jaws of a draw to shock the over 24,000 fans in attendance with a 2-1 Mexico victory. Miguel Layun scored the… Nov 11 16November 11, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
“They Made A Mistake:” Bob Bradley opens up on USMNT firing, throws shade at Klinsmannby DAVE MARTINEZ During Friday’s introductory press conference as Swansea boss, Bob Bradley addressed one of the most intriguing and lingering questions of his coaching career: how he felt about his firing as U.S. Men’s National Team boss. Told by a… Oct 07 16October 07, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Rival Praise: Claudio Reyna lauds Kljestan’s USMNT performanceby DAVE MARTINEZ Sacha Kljestan has an unlikely admirer. New York City FC Sporting Director Claudio Reyna joined ‘The Coaching Academy’ with EoS contributor Glenn Crooks on Sirius XM this week, discussing Kljestan’s return to the U.S. Men’s National… Sep 08 16September 08, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Fast Friends: Kljestan, Pulisic shine for USMNTby DAVE MARTINEZ Not only did Sacha Kljestan make his case for further U.S. Men’s National Team call-ups — he also made an important friend in the process. Coming in as second half substitutes, Kljestan and Christian Pulisic ignited the USMNT,… Sep 02 16September 02, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Jack Harrison on EoS Radio: “Would Be Great To Represent” USMNTby DAVE MARTINEZ Few players have inspired more hope in the New York City FC fan base than Jack Harrison. And if he has his way, NYCFC fans may be able to cheer for him on the national stage as well. Harrison, 19, is an English native. However, he… Jun 25 16June 25, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
“Too Nice:” Klinsmann says USMNT showed “too much respect” for Argentinaby DAVE MARTINEZ Some would call it fear, but U.S. Men’s National Team coach Jurgen Klinsmann chose a different way of describing his team’s performance against an other-worldly Argentina. Following a 4-0 masterclass by Argentina, Klinsmann said his… Jun 22 16June 22, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Klinsmann: USA needs to face bigger opponents to bridge mental gapby DAVE MARTINEZ On Tuesday night, the U.S. Men’s National Team were hardly the aggressive, over-confident side that bulldozed Ecuador in the quarterfinals. Instead, they played Argentina to a tepid match, stuck in between the desire to move forward… Jun 22 16June 22, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Jones, Wood suspensions upheld ahead of USA, Argentina matchby DAVE MARTINEZ It was worth a shot. U.S. Soccer announced late Sunday evening that their appeal of red card suspensions for both Bobby Wood and Jermaine Jones were both denied. The protest against the cards issued to Jermaine Jones & Bobby Wood has… Jun 20 16June 20, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Klinsmann: Jones ejection “an absolute joke”by DAVE MARTINEZ What just happened? That was the universal reaction from onlookers perplexed at referee Wilmar Roldan’s decision to eject not only Ecuador’s Antonio Valencia, but also U.S. Men’s National Team veteran Jermaine Jones from Thursday… Jun 17 16June 17, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
U.S. Men’s National Team to face Ecuador in Copa quartersby DAVE MARTINEZ The U.S. Men’s National Team won’t just be enjoying a the spoils of a voracious home crowd in Seattle — they will also be facing a very familiar opponent. With their victory over Haiti, Ecuador has booked their place in the Copa… Jun 12 16June 12, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Player Ratings: U.S. Men’s National Team 1-0 ParaguayRatings by PATRICK MacDONALD Written by DAVE MARTINEZ Done biting your nails? We are sure it was all worth it. Despite enjoying the better of play against Paraguay, a DeAndre Yedlin red card early in the second half looked destined to derail the… Jun 11 16June 11, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
EoS Newsstand: U.S. Men’s National Team vs. Paraguayby DAVE MARTINEZ The U.S. Men’s National Team face a pivotal match against Paraguay in their final Copa America match of the group stage. A win and they book their place in the quarterfinals. A draw will still put the U.S. in good position, but they… Jun 11 16June 11, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer
Copa America scenarios favor USMNT – if they beat Paraguayby DAVE MARTINEZ Tuesday night’s Costa Rica match was as close to a must-win for the United States as it gets. Now that they have have passed that test with flying colors, the next mountain to climb is the most important: advancing from the group… Jun 08 16June 08, 2016Article at Empire of Soccer