Brad Guzan (R) remains the USA’s No, 1 choice at goalkeeper, but with Tim Howard back in the squad that may change. (Getty)
The United States mens soccer team has not taken the field together since a penalty shootout defeat to Panama — and a loss to Jamaica before that — to cap a disappointing Gold Cup campaign.
Jurgen Klinsmann’s men will prepare for World Cup qualifying with a pair of home friendly matches against South American sides. First comes Peru, a team that stunned the soccer world by advancing to the Copa America semifinals and placing third in the competition. Most of the players who helped the country to that summit will suit up in Friday’s matchup, including Flamengo’s Jose Paolo Guerrero.
Here’s what you need to know about the match:
The Basics
Peru upset the odds in placing third in this summers Copa America.
Who:
What:
International Friendly
When:
Friday, Sept. 4
Where:
RFK Stadium, Washington, D.C.
Time:
7 p.m. EST
Channel:
Fox Sports 1/Univision (US); (International viewers, click here for your local provider)
Odds:
United States 8/11, Peru 7/2, Draw 5/2
Over/Under: 2.5 Goals, Under (4/6), Over (11/10)
0-0 Draw: 15/2
Both Teams to Score: Yes (1/1), No (8/11)