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WAGs 'n Things

Some thoughts about the U.S. men's national team and it's preparation for SA2010. First, hats off to the MLS based players for putting together a "W" against a feisty El Salvador. Realistically, the game meant nothing, but for a roster of players trying to impress for a ticket to the World Cup, the game meant everything. I think forward Brian Ching needs to be considered. He made an immediate impact upon his entrance into the lineup. His physicality could help as a substitute against European teams like England and Slovenia who the U.S. will definitely see in group play. I was not impressed with Casey, he looked slow and lethargic, the international game is too fast for him. As for the game winner, Sacha Klejstan, he has been in most of the national team's plan the past few years. Klejstan has been given his chance, he has scored some goals, but if El Salvador is any indicator, he likes to squander chances as well. Good thing for him, he managed to bury the injury time winner when it counted. When all is said and done, I think Klejstan makes the World Cup squad as a squad player.

Now, for the fun stuff, this Wednesday the U.S. has a major "friendly" against the Dutch on European soil. The Netherlands is no secret to winning as their lineup features a who's who of some of the continent's best club teams. The roster named by Bradley will include European based talent to match-up proper. Landycakes and the rest of the top drawer Americans will be on hand for a nice tune-up before they hit camp in May. More to come on this fixture.

Now, for some really fun stuff.

Wayne's the World's Best

I do declare! It's Wayne's world. He is the best footballer at the moment. Honestly, if you begin a team, you start with Roon (he can play all positions, even goalkeeper! see this...   Mr. Rooney continued his electrifying run of 12 goals in 9 games (in the toughest country to play in the world...and I mean TOUGH, if you don't believe me see this... Ramsey Tackle ). Rooney, who has emerged as the MAN at Manchester United since CR9's departure deposited a 74th minute Carling Cup final winner to dispatch Aston Villa 2-1 at Wembley. Wayne's season tally now stands at 28. I dare someone to argue about his class. I know this, the U.S. will have its hands full come June trying to stop England's golden boy (and I don't mean Becks!).