Team sheet · 2000s
Best 15United Statesof the 2000s
Looking for the best 15 United States players of the 2000s? This ranked list covers the top 15 footballers from the Beat The Invincible World Cup–era draft catalog, ordered by overall rating with positions, attributes, and scouting notes. #1 is Landon Donovan, followed by Claudio Reyna, while Ben Olsen closes the sheet at #15.
These ratings and rankings come from the Beat The Invincible game catalog — they are not an official FIFA, federation, or media ranking.
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Best 15 United States players ranked
United States 2000s footballers ordered 1–15 by overall rating — not grouped by position.
LWWC 2002 · 2006
Landon Donovan
OVR
88
Pace89Shot82Pass80Drib85Def55Phys69Breakout star of the decade, key attacker with pace and scoring ability in both World Cups.
CMWC 2002 · 2006
Claudio Reyna
OVR
87
Pace70Shot75Pass88Drib84Def78Phys76Playmaker and captain in 2002 and 2006, leader with excellent passing and vision.
GKWC 2002 · 2006
Brad Friedel
OVR
85
Pace60Shot40Pass70Drib65Def85Phys75First-choice goalkeeper in both 2002 and 2006 World Cups, one of the USA's most consistent and reliable players during the decade.
LBWC 2002 · 2006
Carlos Bocanegra
OVR
85
Pace80Shot60Pass75Drib75Def84Phys80Key defender and captain during 2006 World Cup, known for leadership and defensive skills.
STWC 2002 · 2006
Brian McBride
OVR
85
Pace75Shot80Pass72Drib72Def40Phys85Target striker with strong physical presence and scoring record in both World Cups.
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Clint Mathis
OVR
84
Pace86Shot80Pass78Drib80Def48Phys68Dynamic winger and goal threat in 2002; known for creativity and scoring.
CBWC 2002 · 2006
Eddie Pope
OVR
84
Pace72Shot60Pass70Drib65Def85Phys82Central defender with strong defensive abilities, instrumental in 2002 and 2006 campaigns.
CBWC 2006
Oguchi Onyewu
OVR
83
Pace70Shot55Pass65Drib60Def83Phys85Physical presence and key central defender in 2006 World Cup.
GKWC 2002 · 2006
Kasey Keller
OVR
83
Pace58Shot35Pass68Drib62Def83Phys73Backup goalkeeper and veteran presence, part of 2002 and 2006 squads with significant international experience.
STWC 2006
Taylor Twellman
OVR
82
Pace78Shot78Pass70Drib72Def40Phys73Key forward option during 2006 World Cup cycle with good finishing and movement.
RBWC 2002 · 2006
John O'Brien
OVR
81
Pace78Shot65Pass75Drib70Def77Phys70Reliable right back with good defensive skills and attacking support during the decade.
RWWC 2002
Cobi Jones
OVR
81
Pace85Shot70Pass70Drib78Def50Phys68Veteran winger in 2002 World Cup, known for pace and experience, bridging 90s and 2000s.
CBWC 2002 · 2006
Jeff Agoos
OVR
81
Pace70Shot50Pass68Drib60Def80Phys78Experienced defender, versatile and reliable in both 2002 and 2006 tournaments.
LMWC 2002 · 2006
Eddie Lewis
OVR
80
Pace82Shot70Pass73Drib75Def55Phys68Quick and skilled left midfielder involved in both World Cups offering width and crossing ability.
RMWC 2002 · 2006
Ben Olsen
OVR
80
Pace80Shot65Pass70Drib72Def65Phys70Energetic right midfielder, contributed both offensively and defensively in two World Cups.
Best 15 United States 2000s FAQ
Who is No. 1 among the best 15 United States players of the 2000s?
Landon Donovan ranks first on this United States 2000s best 15 as a LW with 88 overall.
Who is in the best 15 of United States in the 2000s?
The best 15 United States footballers of the 2000s on this sheet are: Landon Donovan, Claudio Reyna, Brad Friedel, Carlos Bocanegra, Brian McBride, Clint Mathis, Eddie Pope, Oguchi Onyewu, Kasey Keller, Taylor Twellman, John O'Brien, Cobi Jones, Jeff Agoos, Eddie Lewis, Ben Olsen.
How is the United States 2000s best 15 ranked?
Players are ranked by overall rating in the Beat The Invincible catalog for United States in the 2000s, with positions and scouting notes for each selection. It is a game ranking for drafting — not an official federation list.
Can I draft United States 2000s players in Beat The Invincible?
Yes. In Beat The Invincible you draft legends from country × era packs — including United States in the 2000s — then pick a formation and try to beat The Invincible.