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Kobe & Shaq’s Lakers. Michael & Pippen’s Bulls, twice. Gregg Berhalter’s USMNT. Three-peating isn’t for everyone. In all seriousness, this was a major accomplishment for the USMNT. Even if you view the Nations League as a soulless money grab, winning a tournament of any kind, three times in a row, is not an easy feat. After seeing off Mexico by *that scoreline* of Dos … [Read more...] about USMNT Post Nations League Stock Up, Stock Down

ANALYSIS – There is indeed light at the end of the tunnel for the Chicago Red Stars. After finishing dead last in the NWSL in 2023, the Red Stars are off to a flying start in 2024. They defeated the Seattle Reign 2-1 at home on Saturday, making it two wins from two games so far this season. Chicago Red Stars Home Opener Magic: Stars Align for the Stars Lorne Donaldson Deploys … [Read more...] about Attacking Efficiency Pivotal for Red Stars in Home Opener

ANALYSIS – It was not Canada’s best game. However, they were still able to get the job done at Toyota Stadium as Cyle Larin scored the first goal of the game, and as a result, Canada will play in the 2024 Copa América tournament. Cyle Larin Leads the CanMNT To Copa América Full Game Summary: Canada had a lot of the possession. The #CanMNT’s goal by Cyle Larin played a big role … [Read more...] about Three Takeaways: Cyle Larin Does It Again for the CanMNT

EDITORIAL – Haji Wright drifts into space between defenders, 40 yards from the Jamaican goal. Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna work the ball through the middle. Wright sees that Reyna is about to get to the ball with space and visibility up field. The 25-year-old times his run perfectly with the pass from Reyna. He dribbles forward and slips the ball past Andre Blake. Haji … [Read more...] about Goal Scoring Serendipity: The Haji Wright Brace

ANALYSIS – As the rain poured down again on Red Bull Arena, the New York Red Bulls faced Inter Miami CF. Both squads were missing pieces between injuries and International Duty, but the show must go on. A trio of goals from Lewis Morgan, along with Wiki Carmona’s first goal of the 2024 campaign, launched New York past Miami for their second home shutout of the season. Red Bulls … [Read more...] about Red Bulls Shutout Inter Miami CF at Red Bull Arena

PODCAST – Holding The High Line reviews the draw against Seattle Sounders and looks ahead to Houston Dynamo on Saturday. We also talk about Rapids 2 in the Open Cup against Azteca FC and have an Ask HTHL on thirst traps. What are Djordjo Mihailovic and Rafael Navarro doing well and what has to get better in the press and the attack? What can Moise Bombito do for Colorado this … [Read more...] about Holding The High Line: Rapids Draw Seattle

PREVIEW – The United States Men’s National Team are playing in the Nations League Final. It was not a pretty performance on Thursday against Jamaica, but just like teams in March Madness, the USMNT survived and advanced. Given the performance, let’s look at what the lineup could be for Gregg Berhalter and company. USMNT Lineup Prediction for Nations League Final vs … [Read more...] about USMNT Lineup Prediction for Nations League Final vs Mexico

PREVIEW – There is a lot on the line with the CanMNT vs. Trinidad and Tobago game. After losing to Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League, there will be a lot of pressure for Canada to perform in Saturday’s game at Toyota Stadium. The CanMNT vs Trinidad and Tobago Predictions: Copa América On The Line CanMNT (2-1-2) Note: The loss to the USMNT counts as a draw as it took place … [Read more...] about The CanMNT vs Trinidad and Tobago Predictions: A Lot on the Line

The semifinals of the 2024 Nations League was on the ropes for Gregg Berhalter and the United States. Then, a semi flukey own goal powered by a Miles Robinson header in the dying moments of the game sent it to extra time. Enter: Giovanni Reyna. He had been subbed on at halftime, but where he really cooked was when the whistle blew to start extra time. Gio and Haji vs … [Read more...] about Giovanni Reyna: The Key to the USMNT