Gold Cup's first weekend lacks punching power

Published Jul. 8, 2009 10:07 a.m. ET

Jamie Trecker

This past weekend, the twelve-team Gold Cup tournament got underway across the west coast of the United States.

The USA is hoping to defend its championship after a surprising run in South Africa. Thanks to playing in the Confederations Cup, CONCACAF has allowed them to swell the roster to 30 — but in general, the USA is treating this tournament as a chance for the 'B' squad to get a day out in the sun.