The big USMNT news of the day was last night's dire draw with Canada, but a look at the bigger picture tempers the sour mood just a bit. Most impressive was Jozy Altidore's reaction to the disgraceful racist... By Peter Nolan

Tomorrow afternoon the United States will take the first step of the final World Cup qualifying round, the Hex, when they play Honduras. Jurgen Klinsmann has selected 24 players but only 11 can start. Who will make the cut? By Peter Nolan

Jurgen Klinsmann named 24 players for his roster that will take on Honduras Wednesday in Honduras. Jose Torres is back, Matt Besler and Omar Gonzalez both make the roster. By Peter Nolan

FC Dallas waved bye bye Brek today, as the face, and hair, of the franchise completed his much anticipated move to Stoke City. Delighted Stoke fans were chanting USA - USA! as Shea left Stoke's training ground today. By Peter Nolan