... We've brought a few youngsters along the way the last few years and they've made a huge step forward tonight." The U.S. will be missing three suspended starters: midfielders Jermaine Jones and Alejandro Bedoya, and forward Bobby Wood. The quality of his reserves is about to get tested in a big way after the United States advanced to the semifinals of the Copa America for just the second time. The 23-year-old Wood was exceptional against Ecuador at making runs in behind the defense and holding possession in the attacking end. If Zardes stays in the midfield, Klinsmann could turn to Chris Wondolowski to pair with Clint Dempsey up front.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 17, 2016 23:26 UTC