GLENDALE, Ariz. - U.S. manager Jurgen Klinsmann backed captain Michael Bradley to finish off the Copa America Centenario with a strong performance in the third-place match against Colombia.
The U.S. captain has come in for some criticism after some uneven performances during the tournament, especially in the 4-0 semifinal defeat to Argentina when he struggled in midfield.
But Klinsmann highlighted Bradley's versatility, as well as his leadership of a team that could have its best ever showing at a Copa America. And while Klinsmann indirectly acknowledged some of his captain's difficulties, there is every expectation that Bradley will be on the field come Saturday.