Beginning with the 2006 World Cup, the U.S. men's soccer team is 18-3-1 in home qualifiers, thanks in large part to Amy Hopfinger's work behind the scenes.
The USMNT needs to summon grit and determination that was missing during recent World Cup qualifying matches to get back on track when it faces Costa Rica on Wednesday in Columbus, Ohio.“There’s a lot of factors that come into play when we choose a venue. But we always look at the same list of about 30-something factors,” said Hopfinger, U.S. Soccer’s vice president for events.
The recent construction boom in MLS, which has produced nine soccer-specific stadiums and an equal number of training facilities in the last seven years, also has been a factor. That’s why Wednesday’s game will be the 15th consecutive home qualifier the U.S. has played in an MLS stadium. “We know we are leaving money and financial opportunity on table,” Hopfinger said. “But making sure we qualify for the World Cup is first and foremost.”
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