Phoenix's World Cup Connection

For those watching the FIFA World Cup, keep your eyes open for USA forward, Robbie Findley. Findley was born in Phoenix and was a 2003 graduate of Shadow Mountain High School in north Phoenix. He currently plays for the reigning MLS championship Real Salt Lake team.

While he was a surprising starter in today’s match against England, Findley proved his skeptics wrong. According to Goal.com:

Findley’s speed caused its normal amount of worry, and his touches, particularly in the first half, to hold possession were quite impressive.

Most importantly, Findley was a constant thorn in the side to the English when they had possession of the ball, pressuring high up the field and tracking back deep when the occasion called for it.

While the MLS star may not have done enough to impress the world with his play, he certainly did the job he was asked to do on the day and played a big part in the USA getting a point out of the match.