Balogun, Zendejas lead U.S. to big win over Japan

The United States picked up a big win over Japan in a friendly at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday night -- a result that gives Mauricio Pochettino's side some good news to end the September international window.
Sep 9, 2025, 09:51 pm - ESPN News Services

Match Timeline

United States
Japan
  • KO
  • 23
  • 30
  • 35
  • HT
  • 45
  • 61
  • 62
  • 64
  • 65
  • 66
  • 73
  • 79
  • 84
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, USA 2, Japan 0.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, USA 2, Japan 0.
90'+1'
Fourth official has announced 3 minutes of added time.
Match Stats
USAJPN
Possession
55.2%
44.855.2
44.8%
Shots on Goal
11
6
Shot Attempts
19
11
Yellow Cards
1
2
Corner Kicks
3
6
Saves
6
9