Ali Krieger's time on the field has been reduced in France, but her presence hasn’t been diminished — and she still has a big influence on the Americans’ success, writes columnist helenenothelen.
U.S. defender Ali Krieger acknowledges fans during a World Cup send-off ceremony in Harrison, N.J., on May 26.
Krieger, 34, was a surprise roster choice after she had been dropped from the national team and brought back to the fold for a friendly against Belgium on April 7. Coach Jill Ellis’ pieced-together defense figured to be fast and capable of supporting an already fearsome attack, but would players be tempted to take chances and leave openings for opponents to score?
Krieger, who has a U.S. Soccer coaching license, has easily adapted to the role of advising her younger and less experienced teammates. When she whispers a word here or there or offers a tip now and then, her words are received with attention and respect. As they should be. The all-for-one and one-for-all mentality is a genuine and genuinely powerful force for the U.S. team. The depth of their talent is undeniable, but talent alone doesn’t guarantee victory. “What we’re translating onto the field is really magical,” Krieger said, but there’s chemistry and communication behind the magic.
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