U-17 World Cup anyone watching it?

[Anonymous]

Think the US has gotten lucky a few times but that’s the way it goes. Germany will be a tough game.

[Anonymous]

I watched most of the US v. France. The second half was a catastrophe. From what I saw, I think the next game will be a challenge, especially with two players suspended.

[Anonymous]

Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

Same here, although, when Germany wanted to attack-and-score, they basically did. Too much dribbling by a US sub and turned over--all Germany wanted to do was force turnovers high up the pitch and hit the US in transition, and they did.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

Same here, although, when Germany wanted to attack-and-score, they basically did. Too much dribbling by a US sub and turned over--all Germany wanted to do was force turnovers high up the pitch and hit the US in transition, and they did.

Yes at the higher levels soccer is about passing and speed of play. The US is just not there. It reminds me of that quote.

“We must make sure their worst players get the ball the most. You'll get it back in no time.“

The Germans identified a weakness and exploited it. Everyone talks about our players needing to develop but our coaches really need to be “developed”.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

Same here, although, when Germany wanted to attack-and-score, they basically did. Too much dribbling by a US sub and turned over--all Germany wanted to do was force turnovers high up the pitch and hit the US in transition, and they did.

Yes at the higher levels soccer is about passing and speed of play. The US is just not there. It reminds me of that quote.

“We must make sure their worst players get the ball the most. You'll get it back in no time.“

The Germans identified a weakness and exploited it. Everyone talks about our players needing to develop but our coaches really need to be “developed”.

When we realize youth coaches are important and start putting focus on their education and certification to teach young players properly, we will have better chances on the world stage.

Our physicality is a strong currency only up to a certain point.
When we run into superior decision making and tactical understanding. Done.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

Same here, although, when Germany wanted to attack-and-score, they basically did. Too much dribbling by a US sub and turned over--all Germany wanted to do was force turnovers high up the pitch and hit the US in transition, and they did.

Yes at the higher levels soccer is about passing and speed of play. The US is just not there. It reminds me of that quote.

“We must make sure their worst players get the ball the most. You'll get it back in no time.“

The Germans identified a weakness and exploited it. Everyone talks about our players needing to develop but our coaches really need to be “developed”.

When we realize youth coaches are important and start putting focus on their education and certification to teach young players properly, we will have better chances on the world stage.

Our physicality is a strong currency only up to a certain point.
When we run into superior decision making and tactical understanding. Done.

It is shocking when you spend time in Europe watching practices and games(15-17 year olds). How much faster they play and the constant pressure on the ball. When you come back to the states everything is in slow motion.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Closer game vs what I thought it would be. That last German goal was from nothing.

Same here, although, when Germany wanted to attack-and-score, they basically did. Too much dribbling by a US sub and turned over--all Germany wanted to do was force turnovers high up the pitch and hit the US in transition, and they did.

Yes at the higher levels soccer is about passing and speed of play. The US is just not there. It reminds me of that quote.

“We must make sure their worst players get the ball the most. You'll get it back in no time.“

The Germans identified a weakness and exploited it. Everyone talks about our players needing to develop but our coaches really need to be “developed”.

When we realize youth coaches are important and start putting focus on their education and certification to teach young players properly, we will have better chances on the world stage.

Our physicality is a strong currency only up to a certain point.
When we run into superior decision making and tactical understanding. Done.

It is shocking when you spend time in Europe watching practices and games(15-17 year olds). How much faster they play and the constant pressure on the ball. When you come back to the states everything is in slow motion.

The majority of kids here U13 to U17 could not go to train with quality teams in Europe without standing out as having severe shortcomings.
As you said, once they started a passing or possession drill at their speed.
Game over.

[Anonymous]

Just watched most of Mali and France. Bummer for Mali. I don't think that should have been a red card. Not only was he going for the ball, he actually kicked the ball first and the player seemed to run into him. They all played well, kudos to France.

[Anonymous]

Caught the game summary for Germany/Argentina. Argentina’s goals seemed more likely vs Germany’s goals- ie higher percentage shots set up by skill. Near post shot and two defensive mistakes for the German goals.

Should be a good final.

[Anonymous]

How can I watch the games?

There's a u15 usynt development tourney that's coming up as well, can you watch from the same place?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How can I watch the games?

There's a u15 usynt development tourney that's coming up as well, can you watch from the same place?

Just Google it for the u15s. For u17 world cup, they are on fox. I watch from YouTube TV.

[Anonymous]

Tomorrow 7 am
Germany vs France. I think either one of these teams could win the NCAA tournament.

[Anonymous]

Mali destroyed Argentina in the 3rd place game.

Their creativity, skills, imagination is very high.
They definitely didn't develop with joystick coaching.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Mali destroyed Argentina in the 3rd place game.

Their creativity, skills, imagination is very high.
They definitely didn't develop with joystick coaching.

I have to say I am very impressed with the team from Mali.