Jason Foster

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final The 2nd goal was a PERFECT illustration of what #USMNT was capable of at their best. Solid defending, then MAGNIFICENT counterattack. Outstanding pace, understanding, passing, finishing by Donovan and Davies to carve apart Brazil. THE GOOD TIMES.pic.twitter.com/YxCJvdafhK

I will forever believe that if Onyewu + Davies hadn't suffered serious injuries, giving Bob Bradley the full 2009 #ConfedCup squad, #USMNT would've reached 2010 #WorldCup semifinal (beating GHA in Round of 16, then URU in QF). Ideal blend of skill, toughness, fight, fearlessness.pic.twitter.com/QbriqWH7iF

That 2009 #USMNT team is still my favorite of all time. Howard at his peak, imposing CBs Onyewu/DeMerit, Bradley as a box-to-box MF, Feilhaber supersub, Dempsey + Donovan creating and scoring from wings, Altidore/Davies ideal strike partnership. Best of all--Bob Bradley as coach.pic.twitter.com/nFX1u4fKIe

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final | #USMNT | Bob Bradley "A mix of great disappointment but also great pride. No getting around that it's a difficult loss. When we get past the disappointment we know that we're making progress. You learn from these kinds of experiences and games."pic.twitter.com/OT1LGcoB3M

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Clint Dempsey in Confed Cup: Goal vs #Egypt Goal vs #Spain (semifinal) Goal vs #Brazil (final) [Scored in 3 consecutive games] Landon Donovan: Goal vs #Italy Assist vs #Egypt Goal vs #Brazil (final) Biggest #USMNT stars shining on big stage.pic.twitter.com/yThZd8xF6H

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Despite collapse vs #Brazil, still an impressive #USMNT performance. As in semifinal upset of #Spain, they fearlessly went toe-to-toe with a powerhouse--aggressive attacking, valiant defending, and earning respect. Very proud of that team. pic.twitter.com/rsNrYdykw3

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Losing 3-2 to #Brazil, after leading 2-0 at HT, was a brutal ending to magical run for #USMNT. Only major international final in USMNT history, and the players were devastated (even Dempsey crying!) as they went to receive runners-up medals. pic.twitter.com/8ie0MSmQt7

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final By then, #USMNT had retreated while being overwhelmed by #Brazil's fearsome attacking power and pressure, making a Seleção winner seem inevitable. Lúcio scored it in 84th minute, heading in Elano's corner to complete comeback from 2-0 down to 3-2.pic.twitter.com/GXWk4j2078

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final #Brazil goal early in 2nd half swung all the momentum and confidence to them. Kaká took over the game, as the under-siege #USMNT defense couldn't contain him, and his great work led to Luis Fabiano scoring again to equalize in 74th minute. 2-2.pic.twitter.com/Q8YcDWlyBP

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final #USMNT went into half-time with a stunning 2-0 lead, only 45 minutes from their 1st ever major international trophy. But #Brazil had too much talent to be kept down, and Luis Fabiano started the comeback in 46th minute on a sharp turn and finish.pic.twitter.com/xK2rGS6csh

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Landon Donovan doubled #USMNT lead vs #Brazil in 27th minute on a PERFECT counterattack! Won the ball in defensive third, quick outlet pass by Clark, Donovan and Davies exchanged passes at pace, LD cut back and finished clinically! GLORIOUS. 2-0.pic.twitter.com/mM58zu7XkG

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Instead of sitting back with 1-0 lead, #USMNT continued to be aggressive and play high up the pitch. While congesting central midfield, pressed #Brazil defenders, often forcing them to hit long balls--creating a game of 50-50's that favored USMNT.pic.twitter.com/4JbA94RytB

#OTD in 2009 | #ConfedCup Final Just like in semifinal, #USMNT came out flying and surprised #Brazil with aggressive approach. Clint Dempsey opened the scoring in 10th minute, deftly guiding home Spector's cross for a shock 1-0 lead! 3rd straight game with a goal for a #Deuce!pic.twitter.com/LLhRbQ4B6m

#OTD in 2009 | #USMNT lost 3-2 to #Brazil in #ConfedCup Final. Carrying momentum from upset of #1 #Spain, they played very well to lead 2-0 at HT on goals by Dempsey + Donovan. But couldn't hold on against immense pressure in 2nd half. Still a very impressive and memorable run.pic.twitter.com/LeM8aDSloC

#WorldCup Group Stage 48 games 122 goals (2.54/gm) 854 shots (17.8/gm) 36,349 passes completed (757.3/gm) 158 YCs (3.4/gm) 3 RCs (.06/gm) Most GF (9): #BEL Fewest GA (0): #URU Most shots: #GER (67) Most possession (73%), passes completed/gm (696), pass accuracy (91.3%): #ESPpic.twitter.com/OSj8sQaB4a