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by FRANCO PANIZO
Ricardo Clark has not played in a match since mid-November due to a combination of factors, but
Clark appears ready to end that dry spell against one of the hottest teams in Europe.
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March is halfway gone, and the U.S. men's team won't play another match until May 25, when they
host the Czech Republic and Turky for the World Cup send-off series.
Form and fitness are at the top of the list for players and their hopes of making the U.S.
roster for South Africa. Time is running out for those on the fringe, and it won't be easy to
change Bob Bradley's mind.
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March is halfway gone, and the U.S. men's team won't play another match until May 25, when they
host the Czech Republic and Turky for the World Cup send-off series.
Form and fitness are at the top of the list for players and their hopes of making the U.S.
roster for South Africa. Time is running out for those on the fringe, and it won't be easy to
change Bob Bradley's mind.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Wolverhampton Wanderers have been flirting with the drop zone all season long, but against
fellow relegation-threatened Burnley, Marcus Hahnemann did his best to improve Wolves' chances of
staying another year in England's top flight.
Hahnemann made his 16th consecutive start for Wolves and had one of his busiest days of the
year, making a season-high eight saves en route to a 2-1 victory that ended a four-game losing
streak.
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Landon Donovan will bid farewell to Everton today in the final match of his loan with the
English club.
Everton takes on Birmingham in one of the matches of the day. Several Americans are facing tough
competition today, with Jozy Altidore and Hull facing Arsenal, Jonathan Spector and West Ham taking
on Chelsea, and Daniel Williams and Freiburg facing Bayern Munich.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Since joining Everton on his ten-week loan, Landon Donovan has helped transform the club from
relegation battlers to a competitive team capable of pulling out results against the Premier
League's heavyweights. Now, in what appears to be his final game for Everton, Donovan will aim to
help the Toffees make a run toward a spot in next year's Europa League.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Landon Donovan's possible home finale with Everton may have only been a 20-minute cameo, but it
was a productive outing that saw Donovan notch an assist and score a goal in a 5-1 victory over
Hull City.
With Everton leading 3-1, Donovan came off the bench and joined in on the fun almost
immediately.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Landon Donovan's possible home finale with Everton may have only been a 20-minute cameo, but it
was a productive outing that saw Donovan notch an assist and score a goal in a 5-1 victory over
Hull City.
With Everton leading 3-1, Donovan came off the bench and joined in on the fun almost
immediately.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Jozy Altidore proved to be a handful for centerback Johnny Heitinga in the U.S. men's national
team's friendly vs. the Netherlands, and Altidore will look to replicate that performance this
weekend, when he'll likely face the Dutch defender again.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Jozy Altidore proved to be a handful for centerback Johnny Heitinga in the U.S. men's national
team's friendly vs. the Netherlands, and Altidore will look to replicate that performance this
weekend, when he'll likely face the Dutch defender again.
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Stuart Holden impressed in last weekend's game with English Premiere League's
Bolton Wanderers. Bolton manager Owen Coyle hopes Holden will have the same affect on the team as
Landon Donovan has at Everton:
Owen Coyle reckons his own transatlantic purchase can have similar resuscitating effects to
those which Landon Donovan's arrival has had on Everton's season.
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With his club team in the middle of a fierce relegation battle in the English Premier League, West
Ham defender Jonathan Spector is happy to be back with the US national team this week in Amsterdam.
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Good morning folks. I'm coming to you from Amsterdam today, a day ahead of the big
USA-Netherlands friendly at Amsterdam ArenA. The U.S. national team is in town and ready to face
its toughest test before the World Cup in June.
We have already had plenty of discussion about the potential U.
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Good morning folks. I'm coming to you from Amsterdam today, a day ahead of the big
USA-Netherlands friendly at Amsterdam ArenA. The U.S. national team is in town and ready to face
its toughest test before the World Cup in June.
We have already had plenty of discussion about the potential U.
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Robben. Kuyt. Huntelaar. Van Bommel. Sneijder. van Bronckhorst. Stekenlenburg.
These are the names the USMNT will be facing down as they continue to lay down the pavement on
their road to the World Cup.
The Orange Machine will be sporting some heavy hitters, and the USMNT will be no different.
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The Host: Happy birthday Jonathan Spector! Today we have all gathered at our
local Domino's to (1) "get the door" (that makes no sense) and (2) honor the spectacular soccer
feats you have performed over the last 24 years.
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The U.S. National Team roster for next Wednesday's friendly against Holland in Amsterdam is out,
and former Wizards striker Eddie Johnson is on the list. The 20-player roster is comprised of 16
Euro-based players, 3 MLS players and Jose Francisco Torres of the Mexican Primera Division. The
big-time match against one of the most skilled and precise teams in the world kicks off at 1:30 p.
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Less than 24 hours after the come-from-behind defeat of a subpar El Salvador side, Bob Bradley
wasted no time in naming his 20-man squad for a match up against Netherlands next Wednesday.
Last night's win against El Salvador, told little, though there were a few players who stood out
from the bunch.
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Less than 24 hours after the come-from-behind defeat of a subpar El Salvador side, Bob Bradley
wasted no time in naming his 20-man squad for a match up against Netherlands next Wednesday.
Last night's win against El Salvador, told little, though there were a few players who stood out
from the bunch.
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Project 2010 25 February @ 05:37 PM EDT
Bob Bradley has named a 20-player roster to face the Netherlands at Amsterdam ArenA on March 3.
Kickoff for the match is set for 2:30 p.m. ET with live coverage on ESPN2 and Galavision.
GOALKEEPERS (3): Brad Guzan (Aston Villa), Marcus Hahnemann (Wolverhampton
Wanderers), Tim Howard (Everton)
DEFENDERS (7): Jonathan Bornstein (Chivas USA), Carlos Bocanegra (Rennes), Jay
DeMerit (Watford), Clarence Goodson (IK Start), Heath Pearce (FC Dallas), Frank Simek (Sheffield
Wednesday), Jonathan Spector (West Ham United)
MIDFIELDERS (7): DaMarcus Beasley (Rangers), Alejandro Bedoya (Orebro), Michael
Bradley (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Landon Donovan (Everton), Maurice Edu (Rangers), Stuart Holden
(Bolton Wanderers), José Torres (Pachuca)
FORWARDS (3): Jozy Altidore (Hull City), Robbie Findley (Real Salt Lake), Eddie
Johnson (Aris Thessaloniki)
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Photo by ISIphotos.comU.S. national team head coach Bob Bradley named the 20-man roster for Wednesday's friendly vs.
the Netherlands in Amsterdam and, as expected, the roster is loaded with European-based
players.
Just three of the 20 players called up for the match are MLS players, four counting Landon
Donovan, who is currently with Everton on loan from the LA Galaxy.
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Project 2010 24 February @ 12:19 PM EDT
Just a reminder for those of you sick of curling and figure skating, the US take on El Salvador
tonight at 7 p.m. ET in Tampa, Florida. Tune in to ESPN Classic to support your national team.Â
(Side note: It appears our U-17 men are also playing today. They're going up against Mexico at
4:15, also in Tampa, Florida.
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Photo by ISIphotos.comBob Bradley has plenty to do in the coming weeks and months, between selecting his 23-man World
Cup roster and plotting the course for that team to get ready for the tournament. Those
preparations continue tonight with the United States' friendly vs.
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Jonathan Spector got the start for West Ham at Old Trafford, but Manchester United recovered
quickly from their Saturday loss at Everton to win 3-0. Wayne Rooney scored in the 38th and 55th
minutes, leading the Premier League with 23 goals. Michael Owen scored in the 80th, two minutes
after subbing in for Dimitar Berbatov.
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The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 resumes today with two intriguing matches, including one
featuring the defending champions.
FC Barcelona takes on VfB Stuttgart (2:30pm, Fox Sports Espanol) in Germany, while Olympiakos
plays host to French champions Bordeaux (2:45pm, Fox Soccer Channel).
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Yanks Abroad 22 February @ 05:54 PM EDT
Jonathan Spector will have his hands full as West Ham travel to Old Trafford while Brad Friedel is
likely to remain at the helm when Aston Villa play host to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Landon Donovan may not have scored against Manchester United in his first match against the
storied club, but he was one of Everton's best players in its stunning 3-1 victory over Sir Alex
Ferguson's men.
A week after helping Everton shock first-place Chelsea with an impressive outing, Donovan put
forth another Man of the Match-like performance against the Red Devils.
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Jozy Altidore and Jonathan Spector will be teammates at the 2010 World Cup, but today they'll be
opponents in one of the day's most intriguing match-ups for American fans.
Altidore's Hull City takes on Spector's West Ham on a day with interesting, if not blockbuster
matches.
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Project 2010 19 February @ 08:15 PM EDT
U.S. Under-17 national team midfielder Luis Gil has agreed to a deal with MLS. Gil had been
drawing interest from a number of high profile clubs, including Arsenal and Real Madrid. He will be
allocated in a weighted lottery to be held on Monday.
It's hard to say what the "right" move is in these situations.
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Remember two weeks ago, when you had to wake up bright and early to watch the Merseyside Derby
in order to catch a glimpse of Landon Donovan and Tim Howard in a big European match?
Get ready to do it again.
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By FRANCO PANIZO
Landon Donovan's arrival at Goodison Park has been nothing short of successful for Everton,
with the club losing just once in its last six league games since the American star's arrival.
Donovan will look to extend that good run of results this weekend, as he faces Manchester United
for the first time in his career.
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Yanks Abroad 19 February @ 08:35 AM EDT
Tim Howard and Landon Donovan will square off against Manchester United while Jonathan Spector will
be in charge of keeping Jozy Altidore and Hull City at bay in a full list of English action.
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February will soon give way to March, and with each weekend, the 23-man roster for the U.S. will
fluctuate. Here's an early guess at who makes the plane to South Africa:
Goalies: Tim Howard, Brad Guzan, Marcus Hahnemann
By far the easiest to predict. Barring a calamitous run of form, or a desire to go with a bit
more youth, Marcus Hahnemann will get the nod over D.
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February will soon give way to March, and with each weekend, the 23-man roster for the U.S. will
fluctuate. Here's an early guess at who makes the plane to South Africa:
Goalies: Tim Howard, Brad Guzan, Marcus Hahnemann
By far the easiest to predict. Barring a calamitous run of form, or a desire to go with a bit
more youth, Marcus Hahnemann will get the nod over D.
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Four months from now, the U.S. men's national team will face England in the World Cup opener,
and as fast as that match is approaching, there is still plenty to be settled with regard to the
American squad that will be there.
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Four months from now, the U.S. men's national team will face England in the World Cup opener,
and as fast as that match is approaching, there is still plenty to be settled with regard to the
American squad that will be there.
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Landon Donovan has enjoyed his share of quality performances since joining Everton on loan, but
none has been as good or convincing has the one delivered on Wednesday when he helped lead the
Toffees to a 2-1 win vs. Chelsea.
Donovan provided a dangerous threat down the left flank consistently, helped set up Everton's
equalizer with a brilliant corner kick and also drew a penalty kick with a smart run.
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Today, striker Josh Wolff checked in with the KC Star via a postcard from camp. Read the story to
hear Wolff's thoughts on preseason as a veteran, Teal Bunbury, Stephane Auvray, Athlete's
Performance and the upcoming season. Today is yet another big day in international football, as
Landon Donovan, Tim Howard and Everton host Chelsea in the Americans Abroad headliner.
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By TRAVIS CLARK
The last time Manchester United took on Aston Villa, Brad Friedel kept a clean sheet, helping
Villa to a 1-0 victory at Old Trafford.
This afternoon, Friedel will be gunning for a repeat performance when Villa plays host to the
Reds. Keeping Premier League leading scorer Wayne Rooney at bay will be no easy task, but Friedel
will look to add to his 11 clean sheets this season.
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By TRAVIS CLARK
The last time Manchester United took on Aston Villa, Brad Friedel kept a clean sheet, helping
Villa to a 1-0 victory at Old Trafford.
This afternoon, Friedel will be gunning for a repeat performance when Villa plays host to the
Reds.
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