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USMNT sees renewed US-Mexico rivalry as a jolt is needed

Original: The U.S.-Mexico rivalry needs a jolt. From Cavan to Chris Richards, this USMNT can give it one https://www.nytimes.com/a

A New York Times/The Athletic piece argues the long-running United States-Mexico soccer rivalry has grown stale and needs new energy, pointing to the current USMNT squad as the group that can provide it. The article highlights young talent like Cavan Sullivan alongside players such as Chris Richards, in the context of a friendly between the two sides, with Rafa Marquez also featured in the discussion.

Why now: A high-profile USMNT-Mexico friendly is drawing attention to whether new players can revive one of soccer's fiercest rivalries.

USMNTMexico national teamCavan SullivanChris RichardsRafa Marquez

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• The U.S.-Mexico rivalry needs a jolt. From Cavan to Chris Richards, this USMNT can give it one https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7648542/2026/10/02/usmnt-mexico-rivalry-friendly-cavan-sullivan-rafa-marquez/ # Sports # Soccer # USMNT · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1

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