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Spector could find niche at left fullback

By Doug McIntyre

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

For U.S. fans convinced Jonathan Spector should return to the starting eleven when the Americans resume World Cup qualifying Sept. 5 vs. El Salvador (8 p.m. ET, ESPN Classic), it was heartening to see the 23-year-old defender go 90 minutes for West Ham in its 2-1 loss to English Premier League leader Tottenham on Sunday. But the fact that Spector played isn't quite as interesting as where he played, namely left fullback. You might recognize that as the most troublesome spot on the field for th ...

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