Do you remember that the United States is not going play in this summer’s World Cup? You probably remember. That doesn’t mean they’re shutting it down for the summer, though, and the USMNT is in Europe today to play the Republic of Ireland. Dave Sarachan has assembled another roster heavy on European-based players, with just four of the squad coming from MLS clubs.
Alex Bono got the start a few days ago when the USMNT downed Bolivia 3-0, and now it should be Hamid’s turn. This would help Hamid overcome a game from his past, a 4-1 loss that he once said he’d re-watched “at least 50 times.