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USA player ratings: Altidore leads the way while Morris finds redemption

The Toronto FC striker and Seattle Sounders attacker both played pivotal roles in the Gold Cup final victory over Jamaica

The United States 2-1 Gold Cup final win over Jamaica was a reminder that things can turn quickly.

In the first half, the U.S. took the lead thanks to a set piece, with Jozy Altidore hitting a brilliant strike that left backup Jamaica goalkeeper Dwayne Miller with little chance. In the second half, Jamaica equalized on its first shot of the contest thanks to a set-piece goal of its own — Je-Vaughn Watson getting free on a corner.