Pre-World Cup friendly recap: USMNT look sharp in ...
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The team's success in a friendly against a strong opponent, despite domestic energy concerns, demonstrates a capacity for focused performance amidst broader national distractions.
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- USMNT beat Senegal 3‑2 in a pre‑World Cup friendly in Charlotte on Sunday.
- Dest opened the scoring for the United States.
- Pulisic doubled the U.S. lead with his second goal.
- Mané scored twice for Senegal to level the match at 2‑2.
- Balogun came off the bench to net the winning goal for the United States.
Why it matters: The USMNT's 3‑2 win gives the squad its first pre‑World Cup victory, raising confidence, fan excitement, and media buzz ahead of the June tournament globally.