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On American Soccer: Ecuador offers perfect test for U.S. ahead of Copa America

The U.S. couldn't have asked for a better pre-Copa America test than Ecuador, writes Goal's Ives Galarcep.

From the dynamic attackers to athletic defenders, and even down to the bright yellow jerseys, Ecuador is the perfect opponent to get the U.S. national team ready for its Copa America opener against Colombia two weeks from now.

You can argue that Ecuador isn't quite as dynamic as the Colombians, and don't boast a creative midfield threat like James Rodriguez, but the Ecuadorians will provide challenges in the very areas Jurgen Klinsmann will want to see tested out in Wednesday's friendly.