U.S. Soccer Team Triumphs Over Senegal with Pulisic's Key Goals
U.S. beats Senegal as Pulisic nets 1st goal of '26...
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The United States defeated Senegal 3-2 in a World Cup warmup match, with Christian Pulisic scoring twice and assisting another goal. Folarin Balogun secured the win with a second-half goal, while Senegal's Sadio Mane scored two goals following U.S. defensive errors.
- 01Christian Pulisic scored his first international goal since November 2024, bringing his total to 33 goals in 85 appearances for the U.S.
- 02Pulisic assisted Sergiño Dest's opening goal and scored the second goal by rounding the goalkeeper.
- 03Folarin Balogun netted the decisive goal in the 63rd minute after a deflected cross from Tim Weah.
- 04Sadio Mane scored both goals for Senegal, extending his record to 54 international goals.
- 05The U.S. team will face Germany on June 6 before starting the World Cup against Paraguay.
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In a thrilling World Cup warmup match, the United States edged out Senegal 3-2, highlighted by Christian Pulisic's impressive performance. Pulisic, who had not scored in five months, opened the scoring by assisting Sergiño Dest in the seventh minute and then doubled the lead in the 20th minute with a well-placed shot after rounding goalkeeper Mory Diaw. Folarin Balogun, who came on as a substitute, secured the victory with a goal in the 63rd minute. Senegal's Sadio Mane scored twice, capitalizing on defensive errors from the U.S. The match showcased the U.S. team's depth, with ten substitutions at halftime, including goalkeeper Chris Brady making his debut. The U.S. is gearing up for their World Cup campaign, facing Germany next, while Senegal prepares for their match against Saudi Arabia.
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The match performance boosts the U.S. team's confidence ahead of the World Cup, showcasing key players like Pulisic and Balogun.
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