Saturday, June 11, 2011

USA vs. Panama Preview

The United States and Panama will face off in Tampa Bay at Raymond James Stadium.

There are no changes to the starting eleven for the U.S. from the game against Canada. Panama only made one change by adding a younger, faster forward.

One of the goal scorers from the first game, Jozy Altidore, said being consistant is a big thing the team needs to focus on in this game.

Panama's style of play is to sit back and play solid defense and wait for the chance to break away from the attacking Americans and sprint the other way.

Defender Carlos Bocanegra said Panama is a very athletic team an the U.S. needs to specifically watch out for that counterattack.

If the United States wants to win, goalkeeper Tim Howard must play like he has in the past.

The U.S. held practice on the pitch last night to get ready for the game.

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