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Justin Ellis scores on USMNT debut in home city of Orlando

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 8:53 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Justin Ellis scores on USMNT debut in home city of Orlando

Summary

Justin Ellis scored just five minutes into his debut for the United States Men's National Team on September 26, 2026, against an undisclosed opponent in Orlando. The Orlando City forward opened the scoring with a header from a Gio Reyna set-piece. Ellis has been a standout player in Major League Soccer this season, contributing a goal and nine assists after moving up from the Orlando City second team. The match is currently ongoing, and Ellis's early goal adds excitement to his home debut.

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Key Details

•Ellis starts and scores for USMNT in Orlando.
•Goal comes from a header off a Reyna set-piece.
•Ellis has been effective in MLS, scoring once and assisting nine times this season.
•Match remains ongoing with further developments anticipated.

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What they're saying

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Justin Ellis has just lived out every young footballer's dream — scoring on his national team debut in his home city. The Orlando City forward was given his first USMNT start in front of the Orlan...
— Yahoo Sports

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