Overview
- The United States defeated Senegal 3-2 at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, May 31, with Christian Pulisic scoring and setting up a goal in the first half.
- Pulisic’s goal snapped a roughly six-month scoring drought and provided a clear offensive lift for a team facing World Cup pressure.
- Defender Chris Richards did not travel to Charlotte because of an ankle issue and his availability for the World Cup remains uncertain.
- Coach Mauricio Pochettino used large halftime rotations to protect starters and broaden minutes, including the debut of backup goalkeeper Chris Brady, and the team now turns to a final send-off against Germany on June 6.
- U.S. preparations continue under wider scrutiny and uncertainty, with state subpoenas probing FIFA ticketing practices for U.S. matches and a disputed African Cup outcome leaving questions about Senegal’s continental title status.