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United States Edges Senegal 3-2 in Pre-World Cup Friendly
The United States men's national team beat Senegal 3-2 on May 31 at Bank of America Stadium. The result came in the team's first match since March losses to Belgium and Portugal.
May 31, 5:45 PM·1m read3 sources
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The United States men's national team defeated Senegal 3-2 in a pre-World Cup friendly at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on May 31, 2026. m. ET and was broadcast on TBS.
Christian Pulisic scored a goal that ended his goal drought. The United States entered the match ranked No. 16 in the FIFA world rankings. Senegal was ranked No. 14. Tim Ream served as captain for the United States.
The United States had lost its previous two matches in March, falling 5-2 to Belgium and 2-0 to Portugal. Senegal had won its last two March matches against Peru and The Gambia. m.
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