The U.S. Men’s National Team was in its fortress: Columbus, Ohio. Home of “Dos a Cero.” A place of dominance. Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end, and they did in heartbreaking fashion tonight, with the U.S. falling 2-1 to Mexico in the opening match of the hexagonal round of CONCACAF World Cup qualifying.
The U.S. lined up in a 3-5-2, with Timmy Chandler and Fabian Johnson being asked to play wingbacks in an attempt to slow down Mexico’s flanks. Chandler’s start put DeAndre Yedlin on the bench, while Jozy Altidore and Bobby Wood served as the forwards up top.