2022 FIFA World Cup
Why England Should Worry About Timothy Weah Ahead of USA Clash Today

Timothy Weah has emerged from the shadow of his famous father to become a star in his own right at the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar and England should be concerned about the Lille star ahead of their match today.
Timothy Weah’s superbly-taken goal for the USA in their 1-1 draw with Wales confirmed his status as one of the breakout talents of the tournament.
His pace, clever movement, and clinical finishing are reminiscent of his father in his pomp, having achieved something his celebrated father did not manage, by playing in a World Cup.
However, Gareth Southgate’s team are heavy favorites to get the better of their trans-Atlantic opponents today, particularly after the contrasting starts made by both sides at the 2022 World Cup – England thumped Iran 6-2 while the USA were pegged back by Wales in a 1-1 draw.
The USA have the quality to trouble England, though. In fact, Gregg Berhalter’s team could be more comfortable against the Three Lions than they were against Wales, when they had to break down a low defensive block.
The USA are most dangerous in quick transition and England will give them space to exploit.
Timothy Weah the key for USA
The Lille winger was the USA’s best player against Wales, giving them an outlet on the right side and ensuring possession play never became too congested in the middle of the pitch. Weah’s pace and direct running is an asset and will keep Luke Shaw honest.
Berhalter is expected to stick with the established midfield unit of Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie and Yunus Musah for Friday’s match.
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Adams will be the protective barrier in front of the American back four (Adams made six tackles against Wales) with the Leeds United midfielder arguably the USA’s most important player such is the ground he covers. Without him, Berhalter’s team would lack structure.
Musah’s role will also be important against England. The teenager wasn’t always afforded the space to carry the ball forward from deep against Wales, but England will push high up the pitch and it will be up to Musah to drag his team forward.
While his final product isn’t always the best, Musah is frequently the conductor of the USA quick transition.
An injury suffered by Miles Robinson earlier in the year forced Berhalter to find a new centre-back partner for Walker Zimmerman.
Tim Ream assumed that role against Wales and the veteran Fulham defender, who has been excellent for the Cottagers this season, is expected to keep his place in the team for Friday’s match against England.
Ream’s distribution out from the back gave the USA a way to progress the ball forward against Wales, primarily through Antonee Robinson (only Pulisic played more crosses than Robinson against Wales), who was so pushed so high up on the left side that he was frequently one of the most advanced players on the pitch.
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Robinson might not have the same freedom against England given the threat of Raheem Sterling and Bukayo Saka in behind.
The USA will need another game plan designed to exploit space against England. If Berhalter gets that right, the likes of Pulisic, Weah, and Musah could cause real damage.
Timothy Weahis the son of former AC Milan, Monaco, PSG, Chelsea and, Manchester City striker George Weah, now President of Liberia and the only African to win the Ballon d’Or, is now ready to test England’s defenders.