Mauricio Pochettino said that Christian Pulisic’s injured ankle held up well in a 20-minute appearance in Friday’s 1-1 tie with Ecuador.
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Soccer steps to the forefront on the USMNT, and its fans respond
In the 68th minute of Friday night’s USA-Ecuador friendly, a chant rang out at Austin FC’s Q2 Stadium. “USA! USA!” It was an unusual chant to hear at a men’s national team match.
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USA-Ecuador Men’s Friendly Player Ratings
Folarin Balogun’s second-half equalizer earned the USA a tie against a high-level opponent.
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U.S. trio tied up on UEFA Champions League Matchday 2
All three UEFA Champions League teams with USMNT starters on Wednesday, Matchday 2, tied to remain winless in the UEFA Champions League.
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USMNT player pool: Who’s Rising, Who’s Falling, and the Tactical Twist
One of the highlights from the recent window was the use of a three-man backline against Japan. It played to a lot of the team’s strengths.
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Joy in Columbus: Pochettino’s team makes a case for confidence
When Pochettino reiterated how positive he felt about the team’s progress after Saturday’s loss, one didn’t necessarily doubt his sincerity, but …
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USA-Japan Men’s Friendly Player Ratings
Mauricio Pochettino made five changes to the starting lineup from its 2-0 loss on Saturday to South Korea. They included goalscorers Alex Zendejas and Folarin Balogun.
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Zendejas and Balogun lift USA over Japan 2-0 in friendly
“Just waiting for my moment,” said Alex Zendejas, a winger for Mexico’s Club America
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An attack with Alex Zendejas and Folarin Balogun would be a first of the Pochettino era
Two of the top Americans abroad are set to play together for the USA for the first time: Alex Zendejas and Folarin Balogun.
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Folarin Balogun joins USMNT attack
Monaco striker Folarin Balogun was added to the U.S. men’s national team roster for September friendlies against South Korea and Japan.