USMNT makes impressive statement before World Cup with friendly win over Senegal
The US men's national soccer team achieved a notable 3-2 victory over Senegal in a friendly match, showcasing their potential ahead of the World Cup. The game, held at Bank of America Stadium, featured strong performances from players like Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun. Despite some defensive lapses, the match served as a confidence booster for the team as they prepare for the upcoming tournament.
- ▪The USMNT won 3-2 against Senegal in a friendly match before the World Cup.
- ▪Christian Pulisic scored two goals, breaking a five-month scoring drought.
- ▪Folarin Balogun contributed to the win with a goal and an assist.
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Soccer USMNT makes impressive statement before World Cup with friendly win over Senegal By Ethan Sears Published May 31, 2026, 6:05 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google CHARLOTTE, N.C. — If you weren’t excited about the U.S. men’s national team before, you ought to be now. Sure, it was just a tune-up game before the World Cup starts in just under two weeks. But Sunday’s 3-2 win over Senegal in front of 57,741 at Bank of America Stadium marked a statement win — and more importantly, a genuinely convincing 90 minutes — for Mauricio Pochettino’s side against as good of opposition as it’s faced under the Argentine manager. Facing the African champions — or, at least, the team that won it on the field — the U.S. took the initiative.
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