It was supposed to be a night of celebration at Al Lang Stadium. Dressed in their patriotic, 1985-inspired Stars & Hoops kits, to celebrate USA250 and the ongoing USMNT run to the Quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup the Rowdies should have been up for tonight. <\/p>\n
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