U.S. & Canada World Cup Qualifying Reaction and Analysis

Sep 03, 2021, 07:35 AM

World Cup Qualifying is finally underway! David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Calen Carr break down the opening-game draws for the U.S. and Canada from Thursady night. Is there cause for concern for either team? Did both coaches overcomplicate their lineup choices? And what will it look like when the two countries meet on Sunday in Nashville? 

1:20 - First thoughts on the U.S. draw with El Salvador 

4:01 - Did Gregg Berhalter get it right with the lineup?

4:37 - Has Sergino Dest become a liability?

11:58 - Thoughts on Gio Reyna’s performance

13:16 - Tyler Adams was a standout performer 

14:47 - Why did the US struggle to execute a gameplan?

17:32 - Is a draw good enough to open World Cup Qualifying?

20:27 - Miles Robinson might have locked down a permanent starting spot 

22:17 - What changes does the USMNT make against Canada? 

25:43 - First thoughts on Canada’s draw with Honduras

32:52 - Did the surprise lineups affect player performances? 

35:00 - Are you worried about Canada after this opening game?

37:03 - USA v Canada preview 

41:17 - Is Sunday a must win game for the US?

43:29 - Does Pulisic start against Canada?

45:13 - What changes do you expect from Canada?