Colombia Defeats USMNT 5-1 in Copa América Tune-Up, First Time in 15 Years

Jun 8, 2024, 11:37 PM

Colombia secured a decisive 5-1 victory over the United States Men's National Team (USMNT) in a friendly match, serving as a Copa América tune-up. This match saw five different Colombian players scoring, with goals from John Arias, Rafael Borré, Richard Ríos, Jorge Carrascal, and Luis Sinisterra. The USMNT managed to score one goal through Timmy Weah, assisted by Folarin Balogun. This match marks Colombia's 19th consecutive game without a loss under coach Néstor Lorenzo. The defeat, which saw the USMNT allow five goals in a match for the first time in 15 years, has led to calls for the dismissal of USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter.