Oddbean new post about login | logout Yes. It’s a low pressure mid cycle match against a concacaf team with a stand in coach and only a few top players reporting. Despite all that, this game means a lot. If the US can win (better yet, convincingly win), this team may finally turn the corner and take the next step. A loss? well? I am afraid the “talented but no grit” label will sink a bit deeper into the minds of fans and players alike.