The United States doesn't have to be good, they have Clint Dempsey. A terrible opening for the U.S. in Guatemala was wiped out by the Dempsey, who might as well wear a Superman cape from now on. The Americans' best player showed why he is the best player in the country with a great goal for the U.S., putting them in front of Guatemala, 1-0, just before halftime.
USA Vs. Guatemala, 2014 World Cup Qualifying: Clint Dempsey Scores For USMNT
The goal started with Fabian Johnson, who made a long mazing run down the left before cutting in. He drew the defense before passing for Dempsey who gathered the ball just inside the box. He danced around one man with a gorgeous touch then got by another, leaving them both on the ground. He found himself staring at just the goal and Dempsey wasn't going to miss from there. He slid the ball past the goalkeeper and the U.S. was up a goal.
Johnson’s run and Dempsey’s goal was the first real attack of the match for the U.S., who have been poor. But poor or not, they are up 1-0 thanks to their best player who came through again.
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