CONCACAF Cup Pick 'Em: MLSsoccer.com staff and Cobi Jones pick the huge USA-Mexico match

<strong>Simon Borg</strong><br><em>Managing Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 3-0

This might be the match that accelerates the move of several U-23s into the senior side. Mexico’s attack is plain better and against a US defense in constant flux, El Tri will run roughshod.

<strong>Matt Doyle</strong><br><em>Armchair Analyst</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 2-0

The classics never go out of style.

<strong>Ben Couch</strong><br><em>Senior Editor</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 2-0

Klinsmann, after a summer of experimentation, went with experience for the roster, which won’t be the only familiar thing about this crucial matchup. Say it with me: Dos. A. Cero.

<strong>Arielle Castillo</strong><br><em>Senior Editor</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 2-0

Mexico’s squad is suffering thanks to injuries, their rumored formations are unusual, and, okay, most USMNT fans want to see another dos a cero.

<strong>Andrew Wiebe</strong><br><em>Features Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 2-2 (4-3 in PKs)

Neither team is in top form, but they’ll certainly entertain at the Rose Bowl. The American counterattack strikes first, but El Tri’s quality shines through after a grueling 120 minutes that ends with drama from the spot.

<strong>Nick Rosano</strong><br><em>News Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 1-0

It is a final, isn’t it? This one will be a cagey, close-matched affair that Mexico will edge out with a second-half goal.

<strong>Cobi Jones</strong><br><em>MLS/USMNT Legend</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 2-0

Because it always seems to turn out that way. Whatever you want to call it, luck or skill, regardless of previous performance Jurgen somehow seems to find a way.

<strong>Diego Pinzon</strong><br><em>FutbolMLS.com Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 2-2 (4-2 in PKs)

Mexico and penalty kicks have had a strong love-hate relationship recently, so it’s only fitting.

<strong>Ben Baer</strong><br><em>Reseracher</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 2-1

I don't feel confident about the US at all but the loss of Gallito Vazquez could be insurmountable for Mexico.

<strong>Eric Goncalves</strong><br><em>Social Media</em>

<strong>USA</strong><br> 3-1

A weakened Mexico squad missing a lot of key players vs. a hungry USA side with an even hungrier coach. Expect the USMNT to come out strong in the first half to get a good lead or they’re going to hear it at halftime.

<strong>Dan Stelly</strong><br><em>Social Media</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 3-1

Picking this result takes me outside my comfort zone, but Mexico’s possession game and a lack of US defensive discipline will make the difference.

<strong>Charles Boehm</strong><br><em>Contributing Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 2-1

The US should be able to make this into the tight, scrappy dogfight that plays to their strengths, but their current esprit de corps isn't quite strong enough to overcome Mexico's drastic advantage in attacking quality.

<strong>Alicia Rodriguez</strong><br><em>Contributing Editor</em>

<strong>Mexico</strong><br> 1-1 (5-4 in PKs)

To say it's a transition period for both sides would be an understatement, but the edge goes to Mexico because they did win silverware earlier this year.