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du Nord, April 12, 2006
USA 1-1 Jamaica-Not a very inspired match, but a test nonetheless for some players who still need serious testing. I got very little enjoyment from watching the match, but was not bothered in the least by it either.The du Nord 3 USA stars of the game3. John O'Brien - Anytime here can take the field at this point is a great day. I can't wait to see more.2. Landon Donovan - His touch on the ball is getting so good its scary. It will be a joy to see him play with players of his caliber and not be the sole focus of defenses at the World Cup.1. Ben Olsen - Even though he does not have the speed he once had, he still plays like a demon out there, and rarely makes big mistakes. He got the goal off a keeper who was not prepared and had sticks of butter attached to his gloves.-From the daily papers and web sites:New York Times - game analysis from Jere LongmanYanks Abroad - match report by Alex AbnosAmerican Soccer News - match report by Llew LlewellynUS Soccer - post game video and podcastsLos Angeles Times - match
People mentioned
- Ben Olsen
- Christian Obodo
- Damani Ralph
- David Pizarro
- Frank Lampard
- Joe Cole
- John O'Brien
- John Terry
- Landon Donovan
- Manny Lagos
- Michael Lewis
- Minnesota Thunder
- out at
- Santiago Solari
- Santino Quaranta
- sent off
- Sergio Conceiçao
- Steve Cherundolo
- Steven Gerrard
- Thierry Henry
- Vincenzo Iaquinta
- Wayne Rooney