The USMNT gets the victory over Senegal, but was this really the performance fans were hoping to see before the World Cup?
The United States scored three goals and showed flashes of quality in attack, but defensive mistakes, midfield issues, and a lack of control throughout large portions of the match left plenty of questions unanswered.
Tonight we’re breaking down:
Every goal and key moment from the 3-2 victory
The first look at what could be Mauricio Pochettino’s World Cup starting XI
Which players helped their case and which players left doubts
Defensive concerns after conceding twice
Standout performances from Pulisic, Balogun, Pepi and more
What the halftime substitutions told us about the depth chart
Are the United States actually ready for the World Cup?
Join us live and let us know your player ratings, biggest takeaways, and whether this performance increased or decreased your confidence heading into the tournament.
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