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US men's soccer team edges Senegal 3-2 in friendly ahead of World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

US men's soccer team edges Senegal 3-2 in friendly ahead of World Cup

Summary

The United States men's national soccer team defeated Senegal 3-2 in a friendly match on May 31. Coach Mauricio Pochettino highlighted the win as a morale boost, especially following recent losses to Portugal and Belgium. The victory marks Pochettino's second against a top-15 team since taking charge in September 2024. Christian Pulisic scored and assisted in the match, enhancing his contribution as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup, set to begin on June 11. Next, the US faces Germany in another friendly matchup this Saturday.

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•US wins 3-2 against Senegal in a friendly
•Christian Pulisic scores and provides an assist
•Mauricio Pochettino secures second win against top-15 team
•Next match is a friendly against Germany on June 3
•World Cup begins June 11 in the US, Canada, and Mexico

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11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Senegal win can help fans 'trust' US World Cup bid, says Pochettino

What they're saying

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Coach Mauricio Pochettino said the United States' impressive 3-2 friendly win over Senegal Sunday can help the American public trust in their national team as the country prepares to host the World Cup. "I'm so happy for him also because after the long time, a few months, he scored again, which is important for a player, knowing the preparation to the World Cup," added the coach.
— Yahoo Sports

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