On 9/26/26 the United States Mens National Team (USMNT) takes on Peru in a friendly Match in Orlando since their last appearance from the 2026 World Cup, given the past performance from the team Mauricio Pochettino starting 11 lineup is as follows:
Matt Freese – 1
Tyler Adams (Captain) – 4
Auston Trusty – 6
Gio Reyna – 7
Cavan Sullivan – 8
Yunus Musah – 10
Peyton Miller – 13
Alex Freeman – 16
Malik Tillman – 17
George Campbell – 18
Justin Ellis – 22
One notable absence from this USMNT camp and upcoming stretch of friendlies is Christian Pulisic, particularly following his involvement in the previous World Cup cycle. At the same time, the squad features several young players receiving an opportunity on the international stage, including Julian Hall of the Rebull New York, Cavan Sullivan of the Philadelphia Union, and Adri Mehmeti of the Rebull New York.
Cavan Sullivan has continued to make an impact at the club level with the Philadelphia Union, recording seven goals and 12 assists during the 2026 season. Both Julian Hall and Adri Mehmeti have also have been performing with the RedBull New York, earning recognition with their performances and contributing to the club’s campaign.
4th Minute — United States 1–0 Peru
Justin Ellis opened the scoring in the fourth minute, marking an incredible start to his senior USMNT debut. The 19-year-old Orlando City forward finished from a free-kick opportunity delivered by Gio Reyna
14th Minute — United States 1–1 Peru
Peru responded just 10 minutes later, with Gianluca Lapadula finding the back of the net to bring the match level at 1–1 scoring his first goal for his international team.
66th Minute – United State 2-1
Malik Tillman (17) scores penalty after a foul was drawn in the box from Peru.
71st Minute – United State 3-1
Julian hall (19) scored a goal (his debut for the USMNT) with an assist from Sebastian Berhalter first time a RBNY player scored on his debut for the USA since Juan Agudelo.
89th Minute – United States 4-1
Sebastian Berhalter (14) scored from a pass from Jedi Robinson outside of the box sealing the fate of the entire match.
Substitutions
- At the halftime 20 year old Diego Kochen (24) was substituted to replace Matt Freese
Substitutions in the 61st minute
- Mathis Albert (27) was substituted for Gio Reyna
- Zavier Gozo (11) was substituted for Cavan Sullivan
- Antonee Robinson (5) was substituted for Peyton Miller
- Julian Hall (19) was substituted for Justin Ellis
- Sebastian Berhalter (14) was substituted for Yunus Musah
Substitutions in the 76st minute
- Brooklyn Raines (15) was substituted for Malik Tillman
- Franke Westfield (21) was substituted for Alex Freeman
Substitutions in the 87th minute
- Adri Mhemeti (26) for Tyler Adams
- Neil Pierre (20) for George Campbell (18)
What are some key takeaways?
- The USMNT seemingly have a strong front line chemistry and counter
- The USMNT also seemingly have great set pieces which lead to dangerous attacks
- The substitutions lead to the energetic and more dominant second half of the game
- Although the roster is young they are dangerous and have strong chemistry
The USMNT wins against Peru 4-1 and continue the next 3 games on the international break with a win, the USMNT’s next friendly match is 09/29/26 against Chile available to watch on TNT, HBO MAX, and Peacock .
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