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Back to back starts inside of a week seems to indicate the coach is convinced he is finally healthy.
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Back to back starts inside of a week seems to indicate the coach is convinced he is finally healthy.
NewlyRetired
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Pulisic recognized the danger far too late. He does not have the defensive instincts required for a role like this IMO
CletiusMaximus
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Pulisic with an assist but, as with Gallagher a couple weeks ago it was all about Havertz' shot. But he did well to control, create space and get it over to Kai for the wonderstrike.
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CletiusMaximus
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Pulisic recognized the danger far too late. He does not have the defensive instincts required for a role like this IMO
I don't disagree with your comment on this break away goal but it seems to me he has almost no defensive duties today. Other than set pieces, he's almost never tracking back defensively. I like this role for him - extremely wide and attacking. No idea if it would work for us.
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Weston starts as well today.
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That was Pulisic's 8th Champions League assist. Reyna and Sacha are tied in 2nd with 4.
NewlyRetired
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Once Weston steps on the field, he will surpass Germany Jones as the US player with the second most Champions League appearances. Pulisic is in first.
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CCV captains Celtic today in Champions League.
CletiusMaximus
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And he's off for Azpi in the 75th minute. Potter bringing on defense for offense. Good showing today for CP and I might even dare to point out that the manager might be resting Pulisic while leaving Sterling out there? Pulisic was as good or better than any of the other Chelsea attackers today.
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Josh Sargent is starting for Norwich today. - But so is Jonathan Tomkinson - the U.S. U-23 eligible central defender. It is his first team debut. Congratulations to him. What a big moment. He had been the club's U-23 captain
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Josh Sargent is starting for Norwich today. - But so is Jonathan Tomkinson - the U.S. U-23 eligible central defender. It is his first team debut. Congratulations to him. What a big moment. He had been the club's U-23 captain
dnurk
Footballguy
Looks like he scored a late goal. Haven’t seen the video yet.
TLEF316
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I'll take him over Long right now, sight unseen
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Solid run for Gio today. I think he went 87 minutes in the 0-0 draw against Man City. Obviously he did not dominate this game but played a good game and created a few chances. He took a ton of knocks and was no worse for wear by the end of the long minutes for him (the longest in forever).
He was feeling his oats as his "WTF are you doing????" moments to his team mates out weighed his "good job" moments by about 25 to 1
He was feeling his oats as his "WTF are you doing????" moments to his team mates out weighed his "good job" moments by about 25 to 1
NewlyRetired
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I wonder if Weston will be having a new coach shortly. Juventus was knocked out of Champions League in the group stage today which is really rare for them.
NewlyRetired
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The goal for Weston ties him with DMB for the 2nd most in Champions League for a US player (Pulisic is first)
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For those wondering why Dest did not dress, he has some muscle soreness and did not travel with the team.
CletiusMaximus
Footballguy
Pretty good Iran preview on Reddit- https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/ycamtx/team_preview_iran_2022_world_cup_532/
Dinsy Ejotuz
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Is it too late for Auston Trusty to get a call? How mobile is he?
24, 6'3", exceptional rating at Whoscored, playing for a team similar to a non-elite MLS playoff team.
Specifically listed as a not-good passer though, so maybe more of a Zimm backup than a partner.
24, 6'3", exceptional rating at Whoscored, playing for a team similar to a non-elite MLS playoff team.
Specifically listed as a not-good passer though, so maybe more of a Zimm backup than a partner.
NewlyRetired
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When Trusty was playing at Philly, I thought he was going to be a lock for a call up this cycle but his move to Colorado did not go well as his form dipped to the point no one was talking about him any more. I think some of this was related to an injury which saw his appearances dry up.
But his loan move to the Championship honestly could not be going any better. I believe he has played every single league minute this year through 16 games and the reports have been excellent (I have only seen highlights so I can't confirm).
He does not have Miles level speed but he is probably faster than the post injury Long and certainly faster than CCV or Ream.
I don't think he would be a back up to Zimm though as Trusty is a LCB only from what I can tell. I am unsure he has ever played Zimm's RCB role but maybe someone else might know better.
Normally a guy who is peaking right before a WC in a position of need would get a possible look and it would have been interesting to see if his name was on the list of 40. But we know from these past few years that GGG seems very reluctant to give a player a chance blind with out having really been a part of the real team before. I think he was maybe involved in a January camp cupcake but nothing more than that.
This site is jam packed with stats about Trusty if interested in taking a deeper dive
NewlyRetired
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that was great! Thank you for posting. I know by far the least of Iran of almost any team in the WC so I learned a lot here. I skipped the depressing sections of the problems in their country.
This is a great example of why "where you play" does not always translate. If you compare the club teams on Iran to the club teams on the US (Chelsea, Dortmund, Milan, Juventus, Leeds, Arsenal, Fulham, Celtic, Rangers, Valencia etc etc), it looks like the US should be an easy 3-4 goal winner and yet we know this game is likely to be a very close match.
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This was a holy **** type of stat for Teremi....
"At Porto, he's amassed an astonishing 100 goal contributions (58 goals, 42 assists) in 110 matches."
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sounds like if we have an advantage any where it will be with MMA. Although how GGG manages the team to play against a 4-1-4-1 (which I don't think any team used in Qualification against the US) will be important.
"At Porto, he's amassed an astonishing 100 goal contributions (58 goals, 42 assists) in 110 matches."
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sounds like if we have an advantage any where it will be with MMA. Although how GGG manages the team to play against a 4-1-4-1 (which I don't think any team used in Qualification against the US) will be important.
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NewlyRetired
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This is not a stat any one ever tracks but it would not shock me if that was the greatest disparity in team valuation of any UCL game in history.....
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Sands and Tillman face the uphill battle as starters against Napoli today.
I am not a lawyer but this can't possibly succeed in court can it?
FCD Academy player sues FC Dallas for $40 million - 3rd Degree
The family of an FC Dallas Academy player, Kris Kelley, is suing FC Dallas, MLS, FC Dallas Youth, and FC Dallas VP of Youth Soccer Chris Hayden for $40,000,000.3rddegree.net
TL/DR:
Dallas punished the player for being late by playing him down an age group.
The player suffered a major ankle injury in the match in which he was forced to play down an age group.
This punishment equates to gross negligence, and FC Dallas should pay $40m for the impact to the player's career.
How was he at any greater risk of injury playing with younger kids?
Maybe if he was forced to play with an older, physically stronger age group you would have an argument.
I hate lawsuits like these but if I'm playing armchair lawyer, I could see arguing that playing a player against inexperienced players could put the player at an unnecessary risk. I think it's hogwash and they are looking to cash in on an unfortunate event, but I could see this argument working if it was something crazy like forcing Messi to play with the PSG U17 team or some other extreme example that would never happen.
I this argument works out then the being asked to play up an age group lawsuit will surely follow at some point.
AAABatteries
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I am not a lawyer but this can't possibly succeed in court can it?
FCD Academy player sues FC Dallas for $40 million - 3rd Degree
The family of an FC Dallas Academy player, Kris Kelley, is suing FC Dallas, MLS, FC Dallas Youth, and FC Dallas VP of Youth Soccer Chris Hayden for $40,000,000.
TL/DR:
Dallas punished the player for being late by playing him down an age group.
The player suffered a major ankle injury in the match in which he was forced to play down an age group.
This punishment equates to gross negligence, and FC Dallas should pay $40m for the impact to the player's career.
How was he at any greater risk of injury playing with younger kids?
Maybe if he was forced to play with an older, physically stronger age group you would have an argument.
I hate lawsuits like these but if I'm playing armchair lawyer, I could see arguing that playing a player against inexperienced players could put the player at an unnecessary risk. I think it's hogwash and they are looking to cash in on an unfortunate event, but I could see this argument working if it was something crazy like forcing Messi to play with the PSG U17 team or some other extreme example that would never happen.
I this argument works out then the being asked to play up an age group lawsuit will surely follow at some point.
Yeah, I could see that although that is usually seen as a reward and something a player would want to do. But considering how litigious the world has become you are probably right.
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Only 25 days until the game against Wales.....starting to get that nervous queasy feeling....
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damn it. Hate to see him miss a Europa start since this is all the minutes he gets
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Ramsdale starts as Matt Turner has a tight groin. Club didn’t want to risk a more serious injury
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Ramsdale starts as Matt Turner has a tight groin. Club didn’t want to risk a more serious injury
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Over recent days, multiple reports from Italy have backed Tottenham to make a move for McKennie when the transfer window reopens.
Calciomercato reported earlier this month that Spurs continue to hold a concrete interest in the USA international and added that Paratici might be set to raid his former club again.
This was followed up a report in Il Bianconero, which revealed that Juventus could decide to cash in on the midfielder in January.
The report explained that the Old Lady may decide to move McKennie on to free space for their top target, Rodrigo De Paul, and added that Tottenham hold a ‘strong’ interest in the 24-year-old.
Jacobs has now taken to social media to reveal that the Juve star will only make a decision on his future after the World Cup.
The journalist stated that Massimiliano Allegri’s men want £20m for McKennie but added that Antonio Conte remains ‘undecided’ on whether to make a move for the player.
Jacobs wrote on Twitter: “Weston McKennie won’t seriously consider his future until after the World Cup. The Premier League is of huge appeal to him and links with Spurs are long-standing. Fabio Paratici spearheaded McKennie’s move to Juventus from Schalke and met with him last January to explore a move.
“Juventus are open to sale for the right price (£20 million+). But Spurs (& Antonio Conte in particular) still undecided whether to move. McKennie’s form has been inconsistent. He does have huge potential and is particularly well-suited in a 3-5-2, which Conte has been using.
“Several Premier League clubs have scouted McKennie, including Newcastle, Leeds, Everton and Arsenal. But none have advanced interest yet. He’s a player who could well move to England in January but right now there is nothing advanced from any potential Premier League suitors.”
Over recent days, multiple reports from Italy have backed Tottenham to make a move for McKennie when the transfer window reopens.
Calciomercato reported earlier this month that Spurs continue to hold a concrete interest in the USA international and added that Paratici might be set to raid his former club again.
This was followed up a report in Il Bianconero, which revealed that Juventus could decide to cash in on the midfielder in January.
The report explained that the Old Lady may decide to move McKennie on to free space for their top target, Rodrigo De Paul, and added that Tottenham hold a ‘strong’ interest in the 24-year-old.
Jacobs has now taken to social media to reveal that the Juve star will only make a decision on his future after the World Cup.
The journalist stated that Massimiliano Allegri’s men want £20m for McKennie but added that Antonio Conte remains ‘undecided’ on whether to make a move for the player.
Jacobs wrote on Twitter: “Weston McKennie won’t seriously consider his future until after the World Cup. The Premier League is of huge appeal to him and links with Spurs are long-standing. Fabio Paratici spearheaded McKennie’s move to Juventus from Schalke and met with him last January to explore a move.
“Juventus are open to sale for the right price (£20 million+). But Spurs (& Antonio Conte in particular) still undecided whether to move. McKennie’s form has been inconsistent. He does have huge potential and is particularly well-suited in a 3-5-2, which Conte has been using.
“Several Premier League clubs have scouted McKennie, including Newcastle, Leeds, Everton and Arsenal. But none have advanced interest yet. He’s a player who could well move to England in January but right now there is nothing advanced from any potential Premier League suitors.”
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20m seems like a really good price for Weston. Aaronson went for 25m.
if Weston has a good WC, that price will go up a good %.
if Weston has a good WC, that price will go up a good %.
McBokonon
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The thought of a McKennie, Joelinton, and Bruno Guimarães midfield has me feeling very jumpy&quo.
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This would be exciting.....or a disaster if they drop...
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A Jamie Carragher prediction could ring true as Leeds United are reportedly plotting a move for Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic.
Chelsea parted with just under £58million to sign Pulisic from Borussia Dortmund in January 2019. He spent the remainder of the 2018-19 season back on loan at Dortmund before linking up with the Chelsea squad that summer.
He has shown glimpses of his talent in the famous blue shirt but hasn’t often done it for a prolonged period.
This season, Pulisic has found the net once in 10 matches. That goal came in Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over relegation-threatened Wolves on October 8.
Pulisic is now on his third Chelsea manager in the form of Graham Potter. The English tactician has shown he is able to get the best out of players from his time at Brighton.
There is the potential for Potter to do this with Pulisic. However, reports are now suggesting the attacker will not stick around in west London long enough for Potter to work his magic.
According to Goal’s live transfer blog (October 27, at 14:45), which cites reports in Spain, Pulisic has become a target for Leeds.
Goal state one of the reasons he could leave Chelsea is that he is sometimes being used as a wing-back by Potter. Pulisic would rather operate further forward to help him get among the goals.
The USA international also wants to ‘reignite his career’, which may only happen if he secures a transfer elsewhere.
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A Jamie Carragher prediction could ring true as Leeds United are reportedly plotting a move for Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic.
Chelsea parted with just under £58million to sign Pulisic from Borussia Dortmund in January 2019. He spent the remainder of the 2018-19 season back on loan at Dortmund before linking up with the Chelsea squad that summer.
He has shown glimpses of his talent in the famous blue shirt but hasn’t often done it for a prolonged period.
This season, Pulisic has found the net once in 10 matches. That goal came in Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over relegation-threatened Wolves on October 8.
Pulisic is now on his third Chelsea manager in the form of Graham Potter. The English tactician has shown he is able to get the best out of players from his time at Brighton.
There is the potential for Potter to do this with Pulisic. However, reports are now suggesting the attacker will not stick around in west London long enough for Potter to work his magic.
According to Goal’s live transfer blog (October 27, at 14:45), which cites reports in Spain, Pulisic has become a target for Leeds.
Goal state one of the reasons he could leave Chelsea is that he is sometimes being used as a wing-back by Potter. Pulisic would rather operate further forward to help him get among the goals.
The USA international also wants to ‘reignite his career’, which may only happen if he secures a transfer elsewhere.
Dinsy Ejotuz
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Dinsy Ejotuz
Footballguy
I bet he gets called into camp.
SwampDawg
Footballguy
Can't find info on this any where else. Something is off here, they say match like it was an actual game but from what I found he is 2006 birth year U17. If so how would MLS Next or whatever showcase they could have been at allow a U17 by age to play U16 or U15? If it wasn't just a match but an inter club scrimmage I would think you would have a hard time proving that a clubs U16 MLS Next team is such a big step down from their U17 MLS next Team that he plays for.I am not a lawyer but this can't possibly succeed in court can it?
FCD Academy player sues FC Dallas for $40 million - 3rd Degree
The family of an FC Dallas Academy player, Kris Kelley, is suing FC Dallas, MLS, FC Dallas Youth, and FC Dallas VP of Youth Soccer Chris Hayden for $40,000,000.
TL/DR:
Dallas punished the player for being late by playing him down an age group.
The player suffered a major ankle injury in the match in which he was forced to play down an age group.
This punishment equates to gross negligence, and FC Dallas should pay $40m for the impact to the player's career.
How was he at any greater risk of injury playing with younger kids?
Maybe if he was forced to play with an older, physically stronger age group you would have an argument.
I hate lawsuits like these but if I'm playing armchair lawyer, I could see arguing that playing a player against inexperienced players could put the player at an unnecessary risk. I think it's hogwash and they are looking to cash in on an unfortunate event, but I could see this argument working if it was something crazy like forcing Messi to play with the PSG U17 team or some other extreme example that would never happen.
I this argument works out then the being asked to play up an age group lawsuit will surely follow at some point.
Sammy3469
Footballguy
Every time I think he should just be done with Chelsea, he ends up playing a game and looking like their most dangerous attacker. Of course sofa had him the lowest rated guy since he lost 9 of 12 duels, so what do I know.
encaitar
Footballguy
I've never understood how they even score those things. I watched the last Chelsea game. I distinctly remember Christian getting the ball, turning and moving upfield past 1 or 2 defenders and then passing it on to another player half a dozen times at least. The official scoring has him at 1 successful dribble. It just doesn't make sense to me. It isn't just Pulisic either. Kovacic routinely takes the ball past multiple defenders in the games and he did again against Salzburg. It show him as having only 1 successful dribble too.
Meanwhile I can only remember one instance of Kai Havertz doing the same(the one where Christian flubbed his shot attempt) and it shows him as having 3. So again, I have no idea how they calculate them.
NewlyRetired
Footballguy
Pulisic should never be put in the position where he is having to duel players that many times a game IMO. At this point we know he is a bit of a luxury player. It is not that he has low defensive effort, it's just he has almost zero skills/instincts on that side of the ball. He is not even close to the pest Aaronson is even though you would think he should be able to do that with his athleticism.
NewlyRetired
Footballguy
Do you mean the final roster or is there a camp coming up I am unaware of?? I was unsure there was enough time between the last club games and the start of the WC to have a full camp.
It would be exciting if he got called. I don't like the fact that the coach seems to be begging GGG to come look. I would have hoped that GGG was doing nothing but scouting.
Dinsy Ejotuz
Footballguy
I meant the WC camp. Can they call in more than they're taking?
NewlyRetired
Footballguy
I am unsure. I was not aware there was any camp coming up for the WC. The only one I was aware of is the current one that the MLS guys are using to stay fit.
I think there is only about a week between when the leagues have their last game and when the WC starts. I had assumed that it would be the final roster of 26 that would have a few days prep together but I may be wrong. Maybe alternates will be called as well.
Dinsy Ejotuz
Footballguy
I was just assuming -- you're probably way more tuned in to the details than I am on that one.
NewlyRetired
Footballguy
not with this. US Soccer is being remarkably quiet about the whole process. I am just guessing.
prefontaine
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Berhalter basically removed Miazga, Djordje, and Vasquez from consideration for the World Cup by not calling them into this warm up camp which seemed a bit weird to me given how iffy those positions are.
We heard all about Brooks, but I didn't know this....“We didn’t see eye to eye on a few things in the past and that has affected me from being called up. But it is what it is,” Miazga said. “I’d like to say few things but I’ll refrain from that. You guys will eventually find out. I’m always ready to play for the national team. But I don’t make the decisions. There’s one guy that makes the decisions and that’s how it goes.”
We heard all about Brooks, but I didn't know this....“We didn’t see eye to eye on a few things in the past and that has affected me from being called up. But it is what it is,” Miazga said. “I’d like to say few things but I’ll refrain from that. You guys will eventually find out. I’m always ready to play for the national team. But I don’t make the decisions. There’s one guy that makes the decisions and that’s how it goes.”
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CletiusMaximus
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How are things going for Miazga at Cincinnati? It seems I’ve not heard his name as a possibility for Qatar and had kind of forgotten about him.
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