Share this: The United States men’s national soccer team takes the next step toward Gold Cup glory Saturday night in Dallas when they take on Costa Rica at Cowboys Stadium. The Americans are 6-0-1 all time against “Los Ticos” in Gold Cup play and they hope that trend continues Saturday as they barrel toward the Gold Cup final. Keep it right here for score updates and highlights from USA vs. Costa Rica with our live blog. 66th minute, 0-0: Bruce Arena makes a change as Clint Dempsey replaces Paul Arriola. 65th minute, 0-0: Jozy Altidore takes a rip at the goal but Patrick Pemberton was able to punch it away. 64th minute, 0-0: Costa Rica once again caused a tense moment with a set piece, but the ball sailed
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Did Henry Romero Bite USA Star Jozy Altidore In Gold Cup Quarterfinal Game?
Share this: FC Barcelona star Luis Suarez is the most well-known soccer player when it comes to biting an opponent, but the world might get to know El Salvador defender Henry Romero, too. He appeared to bite United States forward Jozy Altidore in the second half of the teams’ 2017 Gold Cup quarterfinal game Wednesday night at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. To the surprise of everyone watching, Romero was not given a straight red card for his actions. Romero had already been given a yellow card for a poor challenge in the 18th minute. He easily could have been shown five or six yellows for his reckless play throughout the game. CONCACAF might also take a further look at the incident and consider if
While You Were Sleeping: USMNT Escape With 3-2 Victory Over Martinique In Gold C…
Share this: The USMNT survived a scare Wednesday night, edging Martinique 3-2 in Gold Cup group play. Check out the video above for more on what happened in the world of sports while you were sleeping, presented by Bedgear. Thumbnail photo via Kim Klement/USA TODAY Sports Related NESN.com Stories Source link
New England Revolution’s Je-Vaughn Watson Looks To Win 2017 Gold Cup For Jamaica
Share this: New England Revolution defender and Jamaican international Je-Vaughn Watson joined NESN.com’s Marcus O’Mard on the “NESN Soccer Show” this week to talk about his country’s goals in the 2017 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Watson discussed what the tournament means for Jamaican soccer, who lost in the 2015 Gold Cup final 3-1 to Mexico. Watson believes Jamiaca can win this year’s Gold Cup and that his country is on the verge of making noise on a worldwide stage. You can catch the full interview with Watson here. Thumbnail photo via Jason Getz/USA TODAY Sports Images Related NESN.com Stories Source link
NESN Soccer Show: Gold Cup 2017 Preview; Can USA Soccer Unseat Mexico?
Share this: [embedded content] The CONCACAF Gold Cup rarely is rarely a straight-forward affair, and the 2017 edition of the tournament will fit the bill. Twelve teams from North and Central America and the Caribbean will contend for the regional soccer title this month in the 2017 Gold Cup. The United States will host the bi-annual tournament, looking to reclaim the CONCACAF throne from Mexico and secure the right to play for a spot in the 2021 FIFA Confederations Cup. NESN.com’s Marcus O’Mard and Marc DiBenedetto preview the 2017 Gold Cup and examine whether the USA, Mexico or a surprise team will win the tournament in this week’s episode of “NESN Soccer Show,” which you can watch in the above video. Thumbnail photo via Isaiah