The lack of goal scoring “ can always be rectified? “ No offense, but what are we waiting for? I would also note that Canada beat Honduras by the same score they beat the US (2-0). So that tells me the US is on the same level of Honduras. Certainly, we are playing like it. And in the Minnesota snow bowl, anything can happen. And we are going to be without Adams and Richards, at minimum. I don’t think we can confidently project a victory, even though Honduras is eliminated. Truly, we are playing like the same failed teams that did not qualify for the WC four years ago. I had turned away from US soccer but became re-generated with all this young talent. But they are playing as though they are no better at all. It is really discouraging
This is terrifying to think, but is a healthy Jozy our best striker for WC '22? It sure feels like he could be back in the picture if he heals up and gets in form.
When it comes to set pieces, I wonder if Berhalter has considered bringing in a set piece expert (like the Rapids Chris Sharpe) to work with the squad during windows. Seems like he should, bc our set pieces are garbage where they should be a strength. No set piece goals in 10 games? Unthinkable for the US.
Love this analysis, Grant. With regards to the USMNT’s goals per game record in WCQ, any chance you can find (or have a sense) about xG? Or even just xG per game in this round of qualifying?
Appreciate the analysis Grant. Might this be an area where USMNT GM Brian McBride could offer some analysis/insight/recommendations to Berhalter and the coaching staff? I get that coaches coach and GM's manage, but as one of the most successful strikers in USMNT history, I cannot imagine GM McBride is satisfied with the lack of output from the striker position right now.
The lack of goal scoring “ can always be rectified? “ No offense, but what are we waiting for? I would also note that Canada beat Honduras by the same score they beat the US (2-0). So that tells me the US is on the same level of Honduras. Certainly, we are playing like it. And in the Minnesota snow bowl, anything can happen. And we are going to be without Adams and Richards, at minimum. I don’t think we can confidently project a victory, even though Honduras is eliminated. Truly, we are playing like the same failed teams that did not qualify for the WC four years ago. I had turned away from US soccer but became re-generated with all this young talent. But they are playing as though they are no better at all. It is really discouraging
This is terrifying to think, but is a healthy Jozy our best striker for WC '22? It sure feels like he could be back in the picture if he heals up and gets in form.
When it comes to set pieces, I wonder if Berhalter has considered bringing in a set piece expert (like the Rapids Chris Sharpe) to work with the squad during windows. Seems like he should, bc our set pieces are garbage where they should be a strength. No set piece goals in 10 games? Unthinkable for the US.
Love this analysis, Grant. With regards to the USMNT’s goals per game record in WCQ, any chance you can find (or have a sense) about xG? Or even just xG per game in this round of qualifying?
Paul Carr's Twitter is a great place for this. https://twitter.com/PaulCarr/status/1487911448810594305
Appreciate the analysis Grant. Might this be an area where USMNT GM Brian McBride could offer some analysis/insight/recommendations to Berhalter and the coaching staff? I get that coaches coach and GM's manage, but as one of the most successful strikers in USMNT history, I cannot imagine GM McBride is satisfied with the lack of output from the striker position right now.