The USMNT and Canada set out to play in what has the makings of a great rivalry. With cold weather, possible snow, artificial turf, it’s clear that the teams were set to play what is distinctly soccer and distinctly not football. The stage was set for this to be a pure test of grit, athleticism, and preserving over skill and technical ability - whichever team did sports the best would win. Indeed, it may very well be the first international soccer rivalry in history.
The USA put together a lineup that featured three changes from the first match of the window.