On Tuesday afternoon, Concacaf announced its Best XI for the Olympic Qualifying Tournament, a group which Real Salt Lake defender Justen Glad was named to.
Glad featured in three matches for the United States, starting each one, including the team’s first two matches as well as Sunday’s semifinal against Honduras. In the United States' first two contests, Glad contributed to back-to-back shutout performances.
The 24-year-old solidified himself as the first choice centerback for U.S. U-23 Head Coach Jason Kreis during the tournament and despite the team’s qualification shortcoming, Glad patrolled the backline to limit opposing chances on goal.