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Jozy Starts

Jozy Altidore got a rare start for Hull City Saturday against West Ham United. The burly striker made it 73 minutes before being replaced. Countryman Jonathan Spector didn't make it off the bench. The teams played out a thrilling 3-3 draw with Hull reduced to 10 men.

Something To Prove

The USA has a few core players out of action, and that means the roster deck has shuffled a bit, with some hoping to see starting action versus Slovakia to prove they are worthy of coach Bob Bradley's further consideration. The clock, after all, is ticking down to the World Cup in June.

Davies Out Of Hospital

A month after his involvement in a tragic car accident, Charlie Davies has been released from the hospital. The USA striker will now work with national team doctors to aid in rehabilitation. His estimated recover time lies between six and 12 months, effectively ruling him out of the World Cup.

Dempsey Does It

American Clint Dempsey earned, then converted, the penalty that drew Fulham level with Wigan, so that the two clubs ended up sharing the points on offer. Stick with Goal.com for all the latest news from England and in other countries on the fortunes of Americans abroad.

Red In Rome

Fulham and Clint Dempsey were left wondering what might have been after seeing a red card for Erik Nevland spark a Roma fightback in their Europa League Group H clash in the Italian capital. Goals from John Arne Riise and Chuka Okaka gave victory to the home side.

Howard Hails Benfica

Benfica slid two past United States international Tim Howard in the second half as the Portuguese side dispatched Everton in the Europa League. The goalkeeper called Benfica "Champions League quality" after the match and admitted that his club has a tall order to qualify for the next round.

Guzan Clutch

Brad Guzan came up clutch for Aston Villa when he was finally handed a start. The American shot-stopper faced down a penalty in regular time of the Carling Cup against Sunderland and saved it, keeping the scores level. He later blocked three in the PK shootout to help Villa advance.