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USMNT to play at Allianz Field in 2019 Allianz Field has been selected as a host venue for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and will host the U.S. men’s national team in their first competitive match since World Cup qualifiers in late 2017. Minnesota United hopes that Allianz Field could be viewed as a new…
After four years, the US men’s national team reclaimed the Gold Cup. The most prestigious trophy in the CONCACAF region belongs to the USA for the sixth time since the tournament’s new format began in 1990. The team sealed their hard-won victory with a late goal by young striker Jordan Morris. Pregame As the hosts…
The USMNT inches closer to the Gold Cup by reaching the finals. We recap a busy week full of MLS games, all the European transfers and the latest MNUFC news on this week’s We Call It Soccer. You can subscribe to WCIS on the following platforms: iTunes Feed Google Play Podcasts Stitcher Radio Listen now:
Gold Cup The final matchup of the Gold Cup will take place July 26. Two teams have booked a place at Levi’s Stadium. The USMNT was the first to move on to the final behind goals from Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey. Dempsey scored his record-tying 57th goal for the Yanks, even with Landon Donovan.…
After a relatively routine group stage of the Gold Cup, the United States Men’s National Team faced an El Salvador team that finished third in its own group. The US struggled to find a consistent strategy to dominate the game. However, goals by defenders Omar Gonzalez and Eric Lichaj before halftime provided enough space to…
The USMNT had a steep hill to climb against Nicaragua. After Panama’s drubbing of Martinique, the Yanks needed a 3-0 win to earn first place in Group B. Despite two missed penalties, goals from Joe Corona, Kellyn Rowe, and Matt Miazga allowed the USMNT to achieve their objective. Pregame Once again, Bruce Arena heavily rotated…
After a dull and apathetic draw against Panama in Nashville, the US men’s national team had just three days to prepare for their outing against Martinique. Though the tiny French Region has long been written off as one of CONCACAF’s many minnows, they entered the day sitting atop Group B. After a listless first half,…
Should we sell Calvo? Or perhaps a lookalike? MNUFC’s El Capitan comes through at the Gold Cup while French Guiana field an ineligible player. All that plus the week’s MLS news, transfer headlines and much more in this week’s We Call It Soccer! You can subscribe to WCIS on the following platforms: iTunes Feed Google…
Gold Cup-date Minnesota United FC’s captain Francisco Calvo turned in a man-of-the-match performance, complete with a headed goal. Costa Rica drew Canada 1-1. Congratulations to Costa Rica´s , @calvo05oficial the Man of the Match! #GCMOTM | @FEDEFUTBOL_CR vs. @CanadaSoccerEN #GoldCup2017 #CRC #CAN pic.twitter.com/PPxEcipqvF — W Gold Cup (@GoldCup) July 12, 2017 In last night’s other…
Loons in the Gold Cup Fransisco Calvo played all 90 minutes in a 1-0 Costa Rica win over Honduras. During the first half, Johan Venegas had to be stretchered off the pitch. There has been no update on his condition, but he is expected to miss Costa Rica’s next match against Canada. Jermaine Taylor lined…
Wes is joined by Edu Rosales to talk about the Gold Cup kicking off with a particular eye toward the US and Costa Rica. They also talk about the final week of the NPSL North coming up where things are tight as ever and where Duluth have become the villains. iTunes Google Play Stitcher Send…
As the US Men look forward to the World Cup in Russia next year, they have a smaller trophy on their minds this year. The Gold Cup is a chance for players on the fringes of the national team to make a case for World Cup inclusion, while also adding to the trophy cabinet for…
For the third consecutive year, the United States will host a major international soccer tournament. It’s not America’s longest tradition, but it has become a habit. Throughout July, nine cities will host double headers between North America’s finest. Who will win? How will they do it? Why should you watch it? That’s why we’re here. This…