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Los Angeles Galaxy forward Landon Donovan and FC Dallas midfielder Brek Shea were dropped from USA roster for two crucial World Cup Brazil qualifiers due to injuries.

The loss of Donovan is a big blow for the U.S. He is the all-time US leader with 49 goals in 130 matches and his absence focuses the spotlight once again on JurgenKlinsmann's baffling decision not to call upon Jozy Altidore, who has eight goals in eight league matches for Dutch side AK Alkmaar.