Justin Ellis scores fastest debut goal in USMNT history against Peru
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 5:17 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Justin Ellis scored just four minutes into his U.S. Men’s National Team debut against Peru on September 27, marking the fastest goal by a debutant in modern program history. The match took place in Orlando, Florida, where Ellis plays for Orlando City SC. His goal was assisted by Gio Reyna, who had predicted the moment would happen. Despite Peru equalizing in the 15th minute, the U.S. bounced back, scoring three additional goals in the second half to finish 4-1. This match also saw 12 players making their USMNT debuts, reflecting a new era under head coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- •Ellis’ goal occurred four minutes into the match.
- •The USMNT won the game 4-1 against Peru.
- •Gio Reyna assisted Ellis' debut goal.
- •The match was held in Ellis' home state of Florida.
- •Twelve players debuted for the USMNT in this match.
- 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Ellis Scores Fastest Debut Goal in Modern Era of USMNT History
"ORLANDO, Fla. – Justin Ellis’ first international goal was so storybook that some members of the U.S. Men’s National Team predicted it.The first was head coach Mauricio Pochettino. Ellis, a Home...
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