U.S. U-20s vs. Cameroon

U.S. looks to strike on the counter against Cameroon

September 28, 2009
LathamBy Brent Latham
(Archive)
SUEZ, Egypt -- With a forgettable opening game performance in the FIFA U-20 World Cup behind his team, U.S. coach Thomas Rongen had some advice for his players as they prepare for their second game against Cameroon on Tuesday.

Throw away the tape.

That, the coach told players, is what he planned on doing with the recorded evidence of the defeat at the hands of the German side. Despite the setback, the U.S. has a quick chance for redemption in the tournament, with a short turnaround ...

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2009 U-20 World Cup

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The 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup will be the 17th edition of the event, and will be held in Egypt from Sept. 24-Oct. 16. All games will be aired live on the ESPN network.

Previews

• Latham: U-20 World Cup loses some luster with star names missing
• Petruzalek: Players to watch in Egypt
• Latham: U.S. U-20s aim to make their mark in Egypt

Tournament Index

• Standings | TV schedule | Scoreboard

U.S. Group Stage

Oct. 2, Korea 3, U.S. 0

• Preview | Recap

Sept. 29, U.S. 4, Cameroon 1

• Preview | Recap
• Latham: Rongen's changes bear fruit as U.S. routs Cameroon

Sept. 26, Germany 3, U.S. 0

• Preview | Recap
• Latham: U.S. U-20s fail opening test against Germany

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