Tuesday, June 16, 2009

FIFA Confederations Cup: Italy 3 - 1 United States


Of all the Italian players in the new jerseys, the standout was the kid from New Jersey.Teaneck-born Giuseppe Rossi scored twice in the second half, Daniele De Rossi had a goal and Italy rallied to overcome a Landon Donovan penalty kick and beat the United States 3-1 Monday night in its opener at the FIFA Confederations Cup.

The U.S. played a man short after Ricardo Clark was ejected in the 33rd minute for a late tackle on Gennaro Gattuso.


Lippi pleased with difficult win

Trecker: Moral victories just won't cut it for U.S.
Carlisle: Short handed U.S. runs out of steam

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