Bit difficult to get in crosses when you're only playing with one side of the pitch. Beasley's absolute refusal to use his speed and take on a defender was disgraceful. Yes I know he was played out of position, but make an effort. It's the world cup FFS. Not that Convey's aimless floaters from the left were much better. Squad was badly prepared and embarrassed. Time, I think, for the US to get a real international manager, this one seems to think that qualifying from CONCACAF is a real achievement.

From watching on TV, one of the few nearly unobstructed runs the Arse had was by Reyes. Though he's being shouldered (Sav?), only Todd's in real position to stop him. I'm thinking one of three things is about to happen. 1. Reyes goes around Todd like he's a tree stump and puts it past Brad. 2. Todd can't quite intercept him outside the area and bundles him over in the box for a penalty. 3. Todd hacks him down on the edge of the area for a freekick. In the split second I'm praying for #3 as best possible result, what does Andy do? Reads the Reyes run properly, chooses the right pursuit angle, and elegantly tackles him on the edge of the area. As neat a piece of defense as could be wished. Showed not only football skill and strength but intelligence. Stood up and cheered.

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