USA Edge Senegal 3-2 in Friendly International Match Ahead of World Cup

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USA Edge Senegal 3-2 in Friendly International Match Ahead of World Cup

The United States defeated Senegal 3-2 in a friendly international match on Sunday. Sergio Dest opened scoring in the 6th minute, with Christian Pulisic doubling the lead in the 19th. Sadio Mane pulled one back for Senegal in the 43rd minute. Folarin Balogun sealed victory for the USMNT with a 62nd-minute goal. The win marks a strong performance in preparation.

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