The CONCACAF Gold Cup group matches, and semis came to an end with a final international match up pitting the United States against Mexico. This would prove to be one of the last major matches that Bob Bradley would coach team USA. The game started out with USA coming out strong with a lead of 2-0, but eventually they were no longer able to hold Mexico’s counter attack and it ended with Mexico winning 4-2. Here are a few of my favorite pictures from the final game. When I arrived, I wanted to get a photo of the venue, the Rose Bowl.
I also was shocked at how few Americans there were, but this was a cool sight. The American flag waving proudly for all to see.
United States midfielder Clint Dempsey pushes Mexico defender Efrain Juarez.
United States goalkeeper Tim Howard reacts during the game for his teammates on defense.
United States attacker Landon Donovan scores the second goal of the match.
United States attacker Landon Donovan celebrates with his team after a goal.
United States midfielder Clint Dempsey kicks the ball away from Mexico attacker Pablo Barrera.
Mexico midfielder Giovanni Dos Santos (10) shoots the ball past United States goalkeeper Tim Howard.
United States goalkeeper Tim Howard reacts after giving up a Mexico goal.
United States midfielder Clint Dempsey attempts a shot defended by Mexico midfielder Israel Castro.
Mexico goalkeeper Alfredo Talavera attempts to save a header by United States midfielder Clint Dempsey
United States midfielder Jermaine Jones attempts to move the ball past Mexico defender Ricardo Osorio.
United States attacker Landon Donovan attempts to move the ball past Mexico midfielder Israel Castro.
United States attacker Landon Donovan attempts to get past Mexico defender Hector Moreno.
And the ensuing celebratory shots as Mexico defeats the United States.
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