PREVIEW: USA vs. Mexico, "Don't Be Scared!"

I've been telling my Hispanic friends and family lately to not get scared about the rise of US Soccer. Yes it's "Ouch time" where the US and Mexico national teams will face off in a friendly tonight.

Don't be scared Mexico! I know the US Soccer establishment continues to build strength with each team clashing with a new coach, watch out! Coach Bradley has chosen to go with experienced US National players for this important game of egos and rivalry. Good choice Bob.

The "give an go" play of Mexico can be squashed by the US is we having the following items dialed in:

Defense:
Bocanegra and Conrad will have to remain strong and in sync in order to keep the Mexico strikers frustrated and at bay. Tattoo that Borgetti ass boys!

Forwards:
Donovan and crew will need to use the middle more often than crossing from the side as this is not a normal strike pattern for Mexican teams (hence why I believe they're falling behind as the US players are looking more towards the strategies of the EPL).

Midfield:
Good service and ready on defense will be important in the midfield for Dempsey, Mastroeni and others.

Though these things may seen obvious to many readers, I can't wait to see if the US team is going to win the ball more than Mexico and beat them at being aggressive. Per their last clash of the pitch, look for some squabbling.

Go team USA!

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