After a lethargic first half, the U-23 U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) experienced an awakening in their locker room during halftime and returned the pitch with fury and impetus to defeat the Dominican Republic 4-0 on Sunday, March 21.
The win assured that the youth-filled USMNT a berth in the Concacaf Olympic Qualifying semifinals.
The Dominican Republic started the match with six teenagers. To their credit, they stifled the Yanks attack during the first 45 minutes of play. Whatever message head coach Jason Kreis delivered to USMNT during half-time was heard loud and clear. When coupled with key substitutes that were inserted in the second half, a feeble U.