Bocanegra keen to avoid 2006 repeat

UNITED STATES captain Carlos Bocanegra insists his side will not be using their disappointing exit from the 2006 World Cup as added incentive for tonight’s crucial clash with Algeria, although he admits it is in the back of their minds.

In a similar situation to one they are currently facing, the US had the chance to make it through to the last 16 four years ago if they beat Ghana in their final group game.

However, having held eventual winners Italy to a 1-1 draw in their previous match, the Americans slumped to a 2-1 defeat to Ghana to exit the competition.