tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198732413882406269.post3607984170045764457..comments2023-10-14T19:01:03.490-04:00Comments on The Fullback Files: USA Recap + Copa Dope = DisappointingAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14548145598767127627noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198732413882406269.post-68657132124276589652007-07-03T13:49:00.000-04:002007-07-03T13:49:00.000-04:00Apparently the coach at Hamburg had a change of he...Apparently the coach at Hamburg had a change of heart and wants to keep Benny now. As for Clark v. Bradley - I think that Bradley is better than Mastroeni as he's not just a pure destroyer, but he sometimes makes mind-numbingly stupid passes and dives into tackles way too much - particularly for playing in CONCACAF where the red cards will be poised and waiting for him. <BR/><BR/>I think Clark's passing and touch are on par with Bradley and his decision making is better. Bradley is probably a long term starter once he gets the tackling under control and plays a bit smarter. In fact, I'd almost be tempted to play with Clark and Bradley playing holding roles behind Feilhaber in a midfield three, lessening the defensive responsibilities on the wide attackers and allowing the likes of Donovan, Beasley, Dempsey, Mapp, Convey, et al the freedom to roam and poke holes in the defense. <BR/><BR/>Ah, alas for Ajax of days gone by, how I loved thee in thy prime.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8198732413882406269.post-33297027426885402512007-07-03T11:13:00.000-04:002007-07-03T11:13:00.000-04:00I agree that Moor and Bornstein have shown well, t...I agree that Moor and Bornstein have shown well, though people are down on them for their mistakes. Thing is, on a stage like the Copa America, versus sides like Argentina and Paraguay, even little mistakes are lethal. Let's hope Bob Bradley can beat it out of them.<BR/><BR/>And yeah, I agree about Keller. He's fried.<BR/><BR/>Here's where I have a problem: Clark over Bradley? You're sure? I couldn't pick between the two. Feilhaber works great with them both. I'd say Bradley is more technical and has a more cultured touch. The only reason I'd start Clark over Bradley is that for all his beautiful service up front, Bradley has no real target to pass to, and Clark is showing a real nose for goal. Otherwise I find it dead even between the two.<BR/><BR/>Why do you think Feilhaber's staying in Hamburg? I thought he was getting offers elsewhere.DMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10802370804762539167noreply@blogger.com