Mexico vs. USA, 2014 World Cup Qualifying: Lineups
Both coaches were forced to make slight adjustments due to injuries and/or suspensions and both decided to take risk with starters in the defense.
With Jermaine Jones out injured, Maurice Edu steps into the midfield for Jurgen Klinsmann. Clarence Goodson is also out, replaced by Matt Besler. It's a huge moment for the Sporting Kansas City defender who will likely be under a ton of pressure in his first start in Azteca.
Francisco Rodriguez is suspended for yellow card accumulation so 20-year old Diego Reyes has taken his place in the central defense. It’s a bit of a surprise that Chepo has chosen the youngster over the more experienced Hugo Ayala so be sure to watch him.
Mexico starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Guillermo Ochoa; Severo Meza, Diego Reyes, Héctor Moreno, Jorge Torres Nilo; Jesús Zavala, Carlos Salcido; Javier Aquino, Giovani dos Santos, Andrés Guardado; Javier Hernández.
United States starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Brad Guzan; Geoff Cameron, Omar Gonzalez, Matt Besler, DeMarcus Beasley; Maurice Edu, Michael Bradley; Graham Zusi, Clint Dempsey, Herculez Gomez; Jozy Altidore.
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