Mexico Drops Second Straight Against Portugal

Foxborough, MA - In their final World Cup tune-up Mexico dropped it’s second consecutive game, a 1-0 match against Ronaldo-less Portugal. The match seemed to be ticketed for a draw until Bruno Alves netted the winner in injury time of the second half.

Uruguay Hopeful After Win

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Montevideo, Uruguay - Uruguay remains hopeful to make it past the group stage after being the only team from Group D to win their friendly match on Wednesday.  Both Italy and England were held to draws, while Uruguay topped Slovenia 2-0.

Mexico Suffers First Loss Under Herrera

Chicharito hopes to break out of his slump in time to lead El Tri passed the Group Stage

Mexico and Bosnia-Herzegovina squared off Tuesday in a World Cup warm-up match in Chicago, Illinois. The Dragons got a goal in the 41^st minute from Izet Hajrovic and got solid goaltending late in the second half to hold on for the win. 

Italy Stunned by Late Equalizer

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Verona, Italy - Italy was shocked on Wednesday, after suffering their second consecutive draw.  Luxembourg scored a late equalizer in Italy, raising concerns for the home side as they prepare for the World Cup.

Young England Side Held to Draw in Miami

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Miami FL - Roy Hodgson's young side was held to a 2-2 draw after a tough bout with Ecuador.  Despite taking a lead in the second half, the Three Lions were unable to pull off a win.

NP Soccer Talk Gains New Insight

As the World Cup quickly approaches, NP Soccer Talk has gained a new contributor to cover all the news about the US Men's National Team.  American University alumni, Michael Gardner will be covering all the USMNT matches throughout the World Cup.

Johnson Scores First Tally For National Team in 2-1 Win

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HARRISON NJ - In front of a sellout crowd at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, the United States Men's National Team won its second-straight friendly against Turkey 2-1, a much improved performance from its sluggish start to the Road to Brazil last weekend.