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After a less than ideal opening group match draw against Panama, the competition level drops significantly for the United States. While Martinique are currently leading Group B thanks to their victory over [the fourth team in the group that I’m not going to bother to look up because who cares], they shouldn’t be much of a threat to the U.S. in this one.
The final two group matches should be nothing but a formality for Bruce Arena and his side as he attempts to evaluate this ragtag bunch of fringe players he’s gathered together. Two standouts from the Panama draw were Dom Dwyer and Kelyn Rowe. It’s a safe bet we’ll see Dwyer once again as he tries to begin his USMNT career with three straight goals in three straight games. Rowe on the other hand has a bit more competition on the wing. We’ll have to wait and see what type of XI Arena will trot out.
Lineups
United States lineup:
That time again! Introducing our starting XI for #USAvMTQ at #GoldCup2017.
— U.S. Soccer (@ussoccer) July 13, 2017
Lineup notes: https://t.co/tRu5wI63Mq pic.twitter.com/4TsE06Wy2p
Martinique lineup:
It's almost time!
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) July 13, 2017
See how both teams line up for #USAvMTQ. #GoldCup2017 pic.twitter.com/6wRbRZP7VO
How to Watch
Venue: Raymond James Stadium; Tampa Bay, Fla.
Kickoff Time: 9:00 p.m. ET, 6:00 p.m. PT
Available TV: FS1, UniMas, Univision Deportes
Available Streams: Fox Sports Go, Univision Deportes, fuboTV (free trial), Sling TV
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