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USMNT Stuns Uruguay 5-1 in Friendly Upset
19 Nov
Summary
- USMNT secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Uruguay in a friendly match.
- Several young players, previously not national team mainstays, scored key goals.
- Uruguay's performance was criticized as uncharacteristic and lacking fight.

The U.S. men's national team delivered a stunning performance, defeating a veteran Uruguay squad 5-1 in a friendly match. The Americans raced to a commanding 4-0 lead by halftime, with goals from Sebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman (twice), and Diego Luna, players who have recently emerged on the national scene. This victory, against a team ranked 15th by FIFA, marked a significant achievement for the USMNT, highlighting the team's depth and resilience.
Despite facing a Uruguay side boasting players from top European clubs, the USMNT's reserves displayed remarkable cohesion and attacking prowess. Alex Freeman, in particular, delivered a standout performance with two goals, showcasing individual skill and tactical awareness. The team's aggressive style and effective set-piece execution, notably from Berhalter, overwhelmed Uruguay, whose performance was widely described as uncharacteristically lethargic and lacking their traditional fighting spirit.




