With a goal and assist, Steven Birnbaum was the hero of the USA’s 3-2 win over Iceland, making a case for himself at centerback. But where does he fit in? There’s suddenly stiff competition at a position often considered the USA’s weak link. Between Omar Gonzalez and John Brooks excelling inMexico and Germany, respectively, and […]
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USA-Iceland Takeaways: Youngsters make their cases
Headed goals by defenders Michael Orozco and Steve Birnbaum overturned a 2-1 deficit and earned the U.S. a 3-2defeat of Iceland at StubHub Center on Sunday. The mix of veterans and young players fielded by head coach Jurgen Klinsmann labored at times defensively but sustained an attacking impetusfor much of the game. Six players played the […]