USA coach Bob Bradley hailed the performance of LA Galaxy star Landon Donovan in their 2-1 World Cup qualifier win over El Salvador. "Landon had a terrific game. He was very active and mobile. It was very important for us, and obviously there were the two great crosses for the goals," said Bradley.
"I think every game is different but we've seen some of that in the Confederations Cup. Landon has talked about how he feels he has matured, grown and taken more responsibility, and understands how to play the game at that kind of level all the time. It's been huge for our team. For everyone else to see what he's doing and how much he's putting into it has really set a great example."
Bradley paired Hull City striker Jozy Altidore in attack with Charlie Davies and added: "We think that when Jozy and Charlie play up there they give us a physical dimension. Their speed and their strength keep defenses on their heels.
"I think both [players] are improving in terms of the understanding between them and also their overall sense of how to play within the team. It's progress for sure. We've seen some good things as we moved through the Confederations Cup, and we're hopeful that this is something that we can continue to build upon."