USA thrash Peru as teenage newcomers shine in first step toward 2030
Summary
The U.S. men's national soccer team won 4-1 against Peru in their first match of the 2030 World Cup qualifying cycle. The game featured many young players making their debut, including 16-year-old midfielder Cavan Sullivan, who became the youngest player to start for the U.S. team in over 20 years.Key Facts
- The match was played at Orlando’s Inter&Co Stadium.
- The U.S. team scored four goals, with first-time scorers Justin Ellis, Zavier Gozo, and Justin Hall.
- Cavan Sullivan, aged 16, started and played 60 minutes, becoming the youngest U.S. player to start a match in more than two decades.
- The U.S. roster included 11 players earning their first caps (first appearances).
- Peru scored once, equalizing early before the U.S. took control of the game.
- Tyler Adams served as captain for the U.S. under coach Mauricio Pochettino for the first time.
- Peru is undergoing a team rebuild after failing to qualify for the last two World Cups.
- The U.S. will play their next match in St. Louis.
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