USMNT/Soccer Thread

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

The whole idea of a 3-5-2 was a horrible idea as well. A week to learn that system and spacing? Italians spend their entire lives learning that system...plus you gotta have 3 CB that are world class and we don't have anyone that can really play a good wingback

Also, you're defending a corner with 2 minutes to go in the game....why was no one on both posts? I firmly believe if we start the game in the 4-4-2, and start Kljestan, we win.

 

[Catman100]

That was a horrible start. Gotta get points at home.

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

Why does it feel like every time the USMNT comes back to camp that they are trying some new line up or formation?

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

Well at least we won't have to worry about catching USMNT games from Russia during the next World Cup.

 

[Get Buckets]

Jürgen done?

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

If we lose this game, he almost has to be. We are past getting thoroughly dominated and outclassed by Costa Rica....

 

[Catman100]

This is an embarrassment. OLE's starting.

 

[UKwizard]

So are we gonna miss the World Cup?

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

He has to go after this right?

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

I would think, and it's gonna be a very long road to qualifying....

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

I wouldn't mind getting a coach with a south American background, and a philosophy based more on counterattacking... Right now under Klinsmann he is trying to essentially play like a euro team does, but that require a massive surplus of skill and creativity, which we do not have

 

[GGCAT]

USMNT and Klinsmann have done themselves no favors in these first 2 matches.... with out a doubt, basically been hot garbage for all but maybe 20-30 minutes.

But theres still a LONG way to go before real concern about not qualifying.

That said, I think making a coaching change before the next round of matches in March, is almost a necessity as whatever the Klinsmann's message is, it has been thoroughly tuned out..

With the HEX and CONCACAF being the easiest group to qualify out of, winning the games they "should" win the rest of the way probably gets them through....or at least to the 1 game qualifier with the Asian 5th place team.

Hell, Mexico made it in 2014 winning only 2 matches out of the 10, so no white flags just yet..

 

[Comebakatz3]

I admittedly know very little about international soccer (or the sport overall). So, can anyone name some people who would be good options for the USMNT to hire if they do actually move on from Klinsmann?

 

[wildcat1973_rivals160373]

Bob Bradley?

 

[GGCAT]

Bob Bradley?

Lordy, don't need Michael to be even more empowered and entitled by having his dad coach the team...again.

But recycling coaches must be the thing, saw Bruce Arena's name flying around in some articles / blogs today.

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

I admittedly know very little about international soccer (or the sport overall). So, can anyone name some people who would be good options for the USMNT to hire if they do actually move on from Klinsmann?

Bruce Arena (LA Galaxy)
Jesse Marsh ( NY Red Bulls)
Oscar Pareja (FC Dallas)---- my pick

https://www.google.com/amp/www.cbss...-to-replace-him/amp/?client=ms-android-att-us

 

[GGCAT]

Came across my phone from CBS Sports that Klinsmann has been fired, but cant find anything to back it up.

 

[Violent Cuts]

Sam Allardyce would be an interesting choice if you went outside the US

 

[Get Buckets]

Lando as a player coach imo.

 

[CardHack]

Right now under Klinsmann he is trying to essentially play like a euro team does, but that require a massive surplus of skill and creativity, which we do not have

I don't know that is really the case with Klinsmann, at least to the extent you seem to know what it is he's attempting. I don't think he knows from one minute to the next what he wants. You tinker in friendlies, his mindset going into the Mexican matchup was an unmitigated disaster and went counter to every single tactical formation used for a full year; only playing Besler at a LB to get Johnson forward had been seen back in CopaAmerica. 4-4-2 had been used with success throughout 2016. Everything else was winging it.

 

[Violent Cuts]

Klinsman fired. Arena is apparently the leading candidate to replace him.

 

[Get Buckets]

Klinsman fired. Arena is apparently the leading candidate to replace him.

Ba Ba Booey!

 

[Kennedy_UK]

Arena? Ugh...

 

[Catman100]

Ugh and here we go. Arena?

 

[UKwizard]

Why we going back to an ex? She wasn't that hot.

 

[mashburned]

You could hire Stoops and it won't make a difference. We have to find players somewhere.

 

[BlueRunner11]

Lack of homegrown talent, doesn't matter who takes the reigns.

"It's all the same, only the names will change" - in my best Bon Jovi voice.

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

Just popped up on my phone that Arena will be taking over.

If he is taking over as national coach, can he keep coaching LA?

 

[mashburned]

55-27-16....wow. You can't fire him for that. We don't really deserve Jurgen. We deserve Bruce Arena and playing the sad underdog just waiting for a miracle. That's more fun - when you suck and you know it. I think Jurgen and his intentional pedigree had people thinking we weren't USA soccer.

And all the young talent we have is mostly because of Jurgen, right? Not that it matters short term, but if we want to be competitive 4-6 years down the road, we need to retain the little talent he brought in, and hope they pan out.

 

[Catman100]

Yea not sure this is a move in the right direction.

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

Pretty good game going right now with Toronto/Montreal in game 2 of the ECF. Toronto up 3-2 in the game (5-5 overall). About 15 to play.

Looks like a great atmosphere in Toronto.

 

[BigBlueShawn]

What can we do to get on par with the USWNT and how can we get Shaq involved?

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

Anyone watching much of the Premiere League or UCL? Looks like Chelsea may run away with it again and Barca looks tough in UCL....Looks like winning it is their sole focus.

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

FC Cincinnati officially submitted for MLS expansion today.... That was quick...

 

[mashburned]

FC Cincinnati officially submitted for MLS expansion today.... That was quick...

Good can they get rid of the bengals and reds now?

 

[AustinTXCat]

FC Bayern München wins 5th-consecutive Bundesliga championship by demolishing Wolfsburg 6-0. I watched the entire game. Lewandowski looked great.

 

[morgousky]

Guys my paint is almost dry.

What's the score?

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

Well been a great season abroad this year....some of the usual and some surprises..

French League- AS Monaco Champs

La Liga- Very Likely Real Madrid

Premier League- Chelsea

Italian League- Juventus

Bundesliga- Bayern (with RB Leipzig a surprise).


I'm taking Juve in UCL final too.

 

[Kentucky Bandit]

Heck of a job by Conte at Chelsea. Took some time to get some traction, but once the players and him got on the same page they really took off. They can also win the FA Cup. Pretty impressive to win both in your first year.

Also have to note the great escape of Swansea City. Really have no idea how they did it. Last place with 12 points at the start of January when Paul Clement took over. Now safe after 26 points in the last 18 games.

 

[BigBlueSean_rivals178247]

Heck of a job by Conte at Chelsea. Took some time to get some traction, but once the players and him got on the same page they really took off. They can also win the FA Cup. Pretty impressive to win both in your first year.

Also have to note the great escape of Swansea City. Really have no idea how they did it. Last place with 12 points at the start of January when Paul Clement took over. Now safe after 26 points in the last 18 games.

Who you got in UCL final?