In the next few days, Bob Bradley will announce the players traveling with him to take on South Africa in Cape Town's Green Point Stadium on Nov. 17 (2 p.m. ET, ESPN2, Galavisión).
The fixture presents serious logistical problems for those finding time on clubs in Europe, complicating the coach's decision-making process. Despite the difficulties, Bradley should be able to corral a solid group that can compete in a fixture that's more about goodwill than winning.
Goalkeepers
[inlinenode:316419]Tim Howard -- Ideally, the Everton netminder would get some rest and give way to Brad Guzan, but who would be the Aston Villa 'keeper's backup?
Brad Guzan -- Brad Friedel's understudy shined against Colombia in October, but it's back to the bench once again.
Defenders
Jonathan Bornstein -- One last opportunity for American fans to see Jonny B before he departs for Mexican side Tigres UANL.
[inlinenode:319852]Tim Ream -- The central defender won't make the Eastern Conference final in his sublime rookie season. The good news is that he earns his first call to the national team as a result.
Oguchi Onyewu -- After a dust-up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, getting out of Milan for a minute might do Gooch some good.
Clarence Goodson -- "Dear Mr. Goodson: Until further notice, the starting center-back spot is yours. Regards, Bob."
Eric Lichaj -- Let's see what Guzan's teammate can do during a full 90 on the Cape Town field.
Jonathan Spector -- Perhaps a run-around against Bafana Bafana will help the fullback find his groove.
Midfielders
Alejandro Bedoya -- Fly up and down the wing, young man, fly.
Benny Feilhaber -- The creative midfielder should get another chance to start. Will he finally make an impact?
[inlinenode:315580]Robbie Rogers -- Another player who benefits from his MLS squad's premature departure from the playoffs.
Sacha Kljestan -- Bradley could leave Kljestan to continue maturing at Anderlecht, but he may choose to see what the improving second-stringer can do when put in charge of the offense.
Kyle Beckerman -- The midfielder doesn't play the prettiest soccer, but he can be effective in this match.
DaMarcus Beasley -- Can a strong showing help Beasley find a team during the January transfer window?
Geoff Cameron -- Perhaps a stretch as a January appearance makes more sense, but the midfield options are limited if Bradley wants to avoid calling the A-team.
Forwards
[inlinenode:314743]Robbie Findley -- RSL's loss is Findley's gain.
Jozy Altidore -- While the striker is getting time at Villarreal, a match with the Stars and Stripes won't hurt.
Eddie Johnson -- More by default than anything else.
Noah Davis covers the United States national team for MLSsoccer.com. Follow him on Twitter at @noahedavis.
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