Of course, Zusi has already proven he can succeed at the international level, from his first call-up in January to a solid starting performance in the Nats' 1-0 win last month in qualifying play ...

Zusi recorded his team-leading seventh assist – one behind 2011 MLS MVP Dwayne DeRosario of D.C. United for the league lead – in last weekend’s 2-1 victory over San Jose, then turned around ...