IV 
109TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 443 
Congratulating the United States Men’s National Soccer Team on qualifying 
for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 14, 2005 
Mr. WALSH (for himself and Mr. UDALL of Colorado) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Government Reform 
RESOLUTION 
Congratulating the United States Men’s National Soccer 
Team on qualifying for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. 
Whereas the successful qualification of the United States 
Men’s National Soccer Team for the 2006 FIFA World 
Cup Soccer Tournament marks the program’s fifth con-
secutive appearance in what is considered the world’s 
most watched sporting event; 
Whereas the team formally secured its World Cup qualifica-
tion with a thrilling 2–0 victory over archrival and neigh-
bor Mexico on September 3 in Columbus, Ohio; 
Whereas this victory marked the second time that Coach 
Bruce Arena has guided the Team to World Cup quali-
fication, improving his all-time home qualifying record to 
an impressive 14 wins, with only one loss and 2 draws;
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Whereas this victory marks the seventh time the United 
States has hosted Mexico since 2000, collecting an overall 
record of 6 wins, one draw, and zero losses, while 
outscoring Mexico in these matches by a total of 11 goals 
to zero; 
Whereas the United States became the first national team 
from the North American, Central American, and Carib-
bean region to secure its passage to the 2006 World Cup 
and qualified with 3 regional qualifying matches still to 
be played; 
Whereas the terrific run of success enjoyed by the Team 
dates back to the eighth place finish in the 2002 FIFA 
World Cup in Korea and Japan, and has catapulted the 
United States to its highest ever world ranking at 6th, 
just behind Mexico, and ahead of such soccer powers as 
England, Spain, France, Italy, and Germany; 
Whereas in addition to the victory over Mexico on September 
3, the recent record of the Team includes important vic-
tories over regional foes Jamaica, El Salvador, Trinidad 
& Tobago, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama, given 
the United States an overall record during the cycle of 
2006 World Cup qualification of 11 wins, one loss, and 
3 draws, with 32 goals scored and only 8 conceded; 
Whereas the United States is one of only 8 nations expected 
to qualify to compete in the 5 most recent World Cups, 
including next year’s event in Germany; 
Whereas nearly 40 different players have directly contributed 
for the United States during this excellent run of quali-
fication matches, with each athlete proudly displaying the 
commitment and pride that comes from putting on the 
game uniform of his country;
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Whereas the performance against Mexico further highlights a 
roster of players that successfully combines established 
veterans with promising, new talent, including Kasey Kel-
ler, Frankie Hejduk, Oguchi Onyewu, Gregg Berhalter, 
Eddie Lewis, Steve Ralston, Captain Claudio Reyna, 
Chris Armas, DaMarcus Beasley, Landon Donovan, 
Brian McBride, Santino Quaranta, Pablo Mastroeni, Jeff 
Cunningham, Marcus Hahnemann, Carlos Bocanegra, 
Jimmy Conrad, Taylor Twellman, Josh Wolff, Steve 
Cherundolo, Eddie Pope, John O’Brien, Bobby Convey, 
Clint Dempsey, Chad Marshall, Greg Vanney, and others; 
Whereas this talented blend of experience and enthusiasm in-
dicates that the United States continues to develop 
world-class players, capable of inspiring young people 
across the country, and that the Team’s future is bright; 
Whereas the Team’s achievement reflects the continued ex-
plosive growth in popularity of soccer in the United 
States and symbolizes the emerging role of soccer for 
young Americans in sports and society; and 
Whereas the Team’s performance speaks to parents about the 
importance of athletic participation for building character 
and promoting healthy lifestyles and positive choices in 
their children: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) congratulates the United States Men’s Na-
tional Soccer Team on qualifying for the 2006 FIFA 
World Cup; 
(2) recognizes Team head coach Bruce Arena, 
his assistant coaches, trainers, and managers, and
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every player on the Team for their dedication to ex-
cellence; and 
(3) commends the United States Soccer Federa-
tion, Major League Soccer, the United States Soccer 
Foundation, and the supporters, coaches, and par-
ents of young soccer players around the country for 
their role in the success of soccer in the United 
States. 
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