Sergiño Dest scores as USMNT leads against Senegal in friendly match
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Sergiño Dest scored the first goal for the US men's national team in their friendly against Senegal on June 4. This goal came during a lengthy 20-pass sequence that showcased the team’s offensive coordination. Dest’s advanced positioning on the field played a crucial role in the USMNT’s attacking strategy under coach Mauricio Pochettino. The match is tied at 2-2 with only limited time remaining, leaving the outcome uncertain as the teams continue to compete for dominance.
- •Dest scores the opener against Senegal.
- •Match is tied 2-2 with limited time remaining.
- •USMNT showcased strong team offensive play.
- •Dest plays a key role as an advanced wing-back.
- •The match serves as a tune-up for World Cup preparations.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT
- 11:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT
"The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects In the sixth minute of last Sunday’s friendly against Senegal, the US men’s national team were midway through what became a 20-pass sequence of sustained possession. Beginning with a throw-in along the left touchline, just inside the opponent’s half, the World Cup co-hosts tried to break down the visitors to no avail, eventually recirculating back to the center-backs to survey their next route. Amid all that, Sergiño Dest stayed upfield to offer an outlet if a line-breaking window presented itself. Even when lined up as a nominal defender – he has logged most of his 38 international caps as a right-back or right wing-back – the 25-year-old has posed a threat with his determined dribbling and eagerness to join the attack. Continue reading...
"The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 11:00 AMBreaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT
The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects
- The Guardian SportJun 5, 2026, 11:00 AMBreaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT
The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects In the sixth minute of last Sunday’s friendly against Senegal, the US men’s national team were midway through what became a 20-pass sequence of sustained possession. Beginning with a throw-in along the left touchline, just inside the opponent’s half, the World Cup co-hosts tried to break down the visitors to no avail, eventually recirculating back to the center-backs to survey their next route. Amid all that, Sergiño Dest stayed upfield to offer an outlet if a line-breaking window presented itself. Even when lined up as a nominal defender – he has logged most of his 38 international caps as a right-back or right wing-back – the 25-year-old has posed a threat with his determined dribbling and eagerness to join the attack. Continue reading...
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