Narrow, yet commanding. That’s the best way to describe the USMNT as an Antonee Robinson goal proves enogh to top El Salvador in Columbus, OH on Thursday to secure three more points in CONCACAF World Cup qualifying.
The United States attacked early and often, producing 63% possession and dominating the chances throughout the match. Still, the finishing was poor for most of the affair, especially in the first half, and Robinson’s goal just after the break was a needed sigh of relief for the home side.
Hugo Perez and El Salvador proved a well-structured and stubborn opponent, but the visitors provided little in the way of counter-threat in front of Matt Turner’s goal, making the proceedings comfortable for the United States despite the thin scoreline.
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The three points strengthens the United States’ grip on second place in the Octagonal, with Mexico and Canada also winning to keep pace.
Sporting News will follow the match live and provide score updates, commentary and highlights as they happen.
USMNT vs. El Salvador live score
| 1H | 2H | Final | |
| USA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| El Salvador | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Goals:
52nd min – USA – Antonee Robinson
(All times Eastern)
Post-Match reaction:
Gergg Berhalter mentined the positive contributions of Timothy Weah and Antonee Robinson whom he mentioned without prompting at the open of his presser. He said the attack was solid in short spells, but he wanted to run at El Salvador with more “ambition” and purpose. “We had it in…
