After a pair of frustrating defeats to open World Cup qualification, the United States men’s soccer team may have finally found some inspiration.
A tough loss earlier this year to international rival Mexico and an embarrassing 4-0 defeat to Costa Rica saw Jurgen Klinsmann get released from his position as head coach. Yet the controversial rehiring of former head coach Bruce Arena, as well as Clint Dempsey’s return from injury, revitalized a United States team which beat Honduras 6-0 last Friday.
Dempsey netted a hat trick against Los Catrachos, an impressive feat considering that just a few months ago, his career almost ground to a halt due to heart issues.