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The final series of home games prior to the <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/category/world-cup-2022/">2022 World Cup</a> in Qatar got off to a flying start for the US as they were resounding 3-0 winners against a Morocco team that will also be in Qatar this November. It saw Brendan Aaronson open the scoring, Tim Weah get back into form, and Haji Wright score a penalty for his first international goal on his international debut. But now the <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/2022/06/04/uruguay-presents-usmnt-opportunity-to-test-world-cup-strength/">test gets tougher</a> as the US gets set to play Uruguay. 
 The US was mostly dominant on the night against Morocco, save for a few first half chances from the visitors, but it was Christian Pulisic’s comments after the game that seem to have gotten the most attention. Pulisic was displeased at the lack of a true home field atmosphere (as, not only were there roughly 7,000 empty seats, but there were a number of fans there wearing Morocco shirts and waving Moroccan flags as well) and said as much to ESPN after the game. These comments led to a wide variety of discussions but seemed to solidify the argument that not only does US Soccer need to lower their ticket prices, but also <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/2022/04/30/usmnt-top-20-overlooked-cities/">USMNT needs to start playing in some new locations</a>. 
 Overblown reactions to innocuous postgame comments aside, the US looked very good on Wednesday night. While it was just a friendly it is very important for the US to get into a good run of form as they prepare for the World Cup. So far in 2022 the US has yet to win consecutive games and their record stands at only 4-2-1 (W-L-D). This next game against the Uruguayans will no doubt be tough but following it up with Nations League games against Grenada in Texas and then away to El Salvador could provide a solid launching board for attention and momentum heading to Qatar. 
 Uruguay comes into this game playing the best they’ve played in quite some time. While they gave a decent showing in the 2021 Copa America (losing on penalties in the quarter-finals to Colombia) things were looking dicey for their World Cup prospects. They went winless in five straight qualifiers to close out 2021, the last four of which were losses. But with the calendar flipping to 2022 it seems that a switch was flipped as they won their final four qualifiers to finish 3rd in CONMEBOL qualifying with 28 points (well behind Brazil in 1st and Argentina in 2nd) and secure their place at a 4th straight World Cup. Perhaps the flip of the switch can be attributed to a change in manager as the legend Oscar Tabarez was fired in December after 15 years in charge. In stepped Diego Alonso who had managed previously in both Liga MX (with Pachuca and Monterrey) and in MLS (with Inter Miami). 
So far he’s posted a perfect record: 5 games, 5 wins (four in World Cup Qualifying and most recently a thrashing of Mexico in Phoenix a few days ago). The roster called in by Alonso features most of Uruguay’s big guns, though Luis Suarez is not present. Fernando Muslera is in goal, Diego Godin and Martin Cacaers anchor the back line with 158 caps and 112 caps apiece, the midfield is led by 28 year old Giorgian de Arrascaeta who was second for Uruguay in goals during their qualifying campaign, and up front of course is Edison Cavani (56 goals in 131 caps for the Manchester United man) as we all as Diego Rossi, formerly of LAFC, looking to earn his second cap for La Celeste. 
Notes: 
1. Sunday’s game against Uruguay will be the fifth USMNT game at Children’s Mercy Park in Kanas City during the current cycle. 
When and Where to Watch the Game on TV 
Sunday, June 5, 2022 
Children’s Mercy Park 
Kansas City, Kansas 
5pm ET 
Live on FOX, Univision, TUDN and <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/lp/soccer/?irad=356358&amp;irmp=330866" rel="noopener" target="_blank">fuboTV</a>
All-Time Series 
Series tied at 2-2-3
Last Meeting 
Tuesday, September 10, 2019 
Busch Stadium 
St. Louis, Missouri 
USA 1-1 Uruguay
Current FIFA Ranking 
USA: 15 
Uruguay: 13
Next Game 
Friday, June 10, 2022 
Nations League 
USA vs. Grenada 
Q2 Stadium 
Austin, Texas 
10pm ET 
Live on <a href="https://go.web.plus.espn.com/mWebq" rel="noopener" target="_blank">ESPN+</a>, UniMas and TUDN
PHOTO: Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images

USA-Uruguay preview: USMNT youth face Uruguayan stars

In our USA-Uruguay preview, we look ahead to the USMNT's important home game in preparation for World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

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Some things in life are just meant to be. After Friday night’s 2-0 win by the US over Mexico, it certainly seems like Dos a Cero is one of them.
The U.S. played home World Cup Qualifiers against Mexico in the state of Ohio a total of six times. The first five occurred in Columbus, while Friday’s contest happened in Cincinnati. In those six games, the USMNT has five wins and one loss. All five of those wins played to a now-famous scoreline. The United States, 2, Mexico, 0.
That lone loss came in 2016, during the fateful 2018 World Cup Qualifying cycle. Apparently, the USMNT righted the wrongs of years prior. Now, Gregg Berhalter’s squad turns its attention to an away qualifier against Jamaica.
<h3>Building off the win</h3>
Friday night was the third win this year for the US against Mexico. Moreover, each win came in a competitive game.
But, the win on Friday night differed from both the Nations League Final and the Gold Cup Final. The U.S. acted as the aggressor. It was the more dominant team instead of the tactic of absorbing pressure and nicking a goal. This shows in the statistics of the game. While possession came out just about even after 90 minutes, the Americans shot the ball 10 more times than Mexico. Albeit, they only had one more shot on target than their rivals.
Sure, the U.S. dominated, especially in the second half. However, a certain player still provided the difference on the scoresheet. Gregg Berhalter made the surprising move on Thursday of announcing that Pulisic would not be starting. At the time, it caused some consternation. Yet, it looked quite genius as Pulisic gave the U.S. a one-goal lead minutes after replacing the hard-working Brenden Aaronson.
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Things got even better with five minutes to play. Weston McKennie bagged his first World Cup Qualifying goal to ice the game for the USMNT. Again, with a scoreline of 2-0.
Now, the U.S. faces off with a team they beat 2-0 in their first meeting. All time, the United States holds a comfortable series lead with 19 wins, eight draws and just three losses. Also, this is the fourth time these two nations will play this calendar year. In 2021, the U.S. won all three of their games against Jamaica.
<h3>Jamaica</h3>
When these two nations met in October, things look bleak for the Jamaicans. The nation failed to win any of their first three qualifiers. Additionally, it had issues getting their full complement of players due to various COVID restrictions and protocols.
Since their 2-0 defeat to the U.S. in Austin, Texas things look much brighter. Currently, Jamaica’s three-game unbeaten streak features five points on the bounce. A pair of draws, including against third-spot Canada, sandwich a road-win over Honduras. The nation’s last game yielded a draw against El Salvador, in which the hosts needed a 90th-minute equalizer to get a point.
Their roster for the November qualifiers resembles that of October with a number of players from the lower tiers of English soccer. Also, seven players based in the U.S. represent Jamaica. Interestingly, 35-year-old Adrian Mariappa, with one goal in 53 caps for the country does not play for any club.
Michail Antonio, who plays for West Ham United, scored his first goal for Jamaica. He looks set to be a serious goal threat for Jamaica going forward in World Cup Qualification.
In accordance with local COVID-19 guidelines, Tuesday’s game in Jamaica will be played without fans in attendance.
<h3>Where things stand</h3>
We are now at the halfway point in the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying cycle. Remember, the top-three teams gain an automatic spot in the 2022 World Cup group stage. the Fourth-placed team enters an inter-confederation two-game playoff for a spot in Qatar.
Here are the current standings in CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying.
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<td>14</td>
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<td>11</td>
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<td>6</td>
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Tuesday’s game is from Independence Park in Kingston, Jamaica. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET
Coverage of the game is on Paramount+ and Universo.
This is the end of the November international break, meaning the USMNT and Jamaican players will not reconvene with their international sides for at least a month.
The next USMNT is an international friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina. That game is scheduled for December 18 from Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA.

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