2004-2023 CBS Interactive. A total of six El Salvador players logged minutes in the match: defender Roberto Dominguez, midfielder Darwin Ceren, Marvin Monterroza, Denis Pineda and Narciso Orellana plus forward Joaquin Rivas. Idc. Few things on Berhalter:- Didn't care for the XI. A member of the U.S. squad at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup along with George Bello and Gio Reyna, Pepi has registered 11 goals and two assists in 21 appearances for FC Dallas this season. First and foremost, Ricardo Pepi misses out up front, with FC Dallas teammate Jesus Ferreira earning the start up top. A draw at home against less-talented El Salvador would have elevated the stakes for the remaining two games this CONCACAF World Cup qualifying window. 11:31 pm ET, at ESPN+ viewers' guide: LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS, FA Cup, more, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The two players not to appear with the USMNT this summer have been on hot streaks of their own for their clubs. In all honesty, the U.S. has dominated this match, in about as much as one can dominate a hard-fought CONCACAF battle. Any intentions of us coming here and winning 3-0, it's going to be really challenging. Antonee Robinson with a strong strike to beat the El Salvador keeper!!! 12:37 am ET, at Truthfully, he didn't have a whole lot to worry about and was solid in clearing crosses. El Salvador has gotten in the U.S. penalty area a few too many times, it's somewhat worrying. pic.twitter.com/m010Z2r4EI. He took a blow to the head, collected the ball, and then went down and required treatment. USA vs. El Salvador | Tickets & Match Info | January 27, 2022 - U.S. Soccer 11:44 pm ET, at 2022 Concacaf World Cup Qualifying: USA Vs. El Salvador - Starting XI, Lineup Notes, TV Channels & Start Time Lower.com Field; Columbus, Ohio; Pre-Game Coverage: 6 p.m. The 26-player roster averages 18 caps overall and seven in official competition. 76th minute: El Salvador goalkeeper Gonzalez is down after crashing into his own teammate going for a ball in the box. Chris Richards starts at the back in place of Miles Robinson. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. The U.S. has defeated El Salvador in 14 straight home games, the longest streak of its kind against a single opponent in team history. #OnlyForward #SoloPaLante pic.twitter.com/IUTH8mIvfS, Congratulations @tyler_adams14 on being selected by U.S. Soccer Insiders as tonight's @BudweiserUSA Man of the Match pic.twitter.com/PR4X1PGfTF, Gregg Berhalter speaks to the media from El Salvador following the #USMNTs 0-0 draw. Interesting stat given by Taylor Twellman on the ESPN broadcast: El Salvador has actually led for more minutes than the United States throughout World Cup qualifying so far despite their very opposite table positions. 52nd minute: GOAL, USA! The USA is 5-0-3 vs. El Salvador all-time in World Cup qualifying, including a 2-0-2 mark on the road. Went up against his brother and almost got in on goal before being called for a foul. As usual, he worked his tail off, helped defend, helped get the attack going moving forward yet just didn't get the service he needed and created little for himself. Berhalter would not be drawn on injury updates, but did state that Weston McKennie who was seen limping late after a failed header in front of net was "fine" and that "I've spoken to medical and nothing came up.". Berhalter to @SamBorden : Concacaf FIFA World Cup Qualifying 2022 USMNT - Final Round SLV 0 FT 0 USA Presented by VW TBD Estadio Cuscatln, San Salvador, El Salvador Match Recap Stories View all February 27. The match is also available to stream via FuboTV , which is accessable by a free trial for new users . SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (Sept. 2, 2021) -- The U.S. Mens National Team kicked off its World Cup qualifying campaign for Qatar 2022 with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against El Salvador in front of a sellout crowd of 29,000 at Estadio Cuscatln. Midfielder Weston McKennie played a key role in the USAs best chances of the second half in the 72nd and 75th minutes. The United States came out way more energetic this half, and it pays off. The @USMNT kicks off the 1st leg of a 3-match stretch during this Octagonal window with a home meeting tonight with El Salvador (7 ET on ESPN2). Pulisic's corner is wasted. I thought taking Dest off made a lot of sense, but more was needed centrally to possess the ball. 42nd minute: Chance, USA! Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on? The U.S., trying to rebound from its failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, is ranked 10th, its highest since 2006, after winning the CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup, and El Salvador is 64th. Tyler Adams has been enormous. USA vs. El Salvador result: Robinson provides USMNT relief in 1-0 win Two more subs: Sebastian Lletget Cristian Roldan DeAndre Yedlin Brenden Aaronson#SLVvUSA | 0-0 pic.twitter.com/70y6Wn6LoX. Kellyn Acosta made his 15th straight appearance for the USMNT, becoming the first player since DaMarcus Beasley (2003-04) to appear in that many consecutive matches. 6:13 p.m.: Gregg Berhalter says that he chose Jesus Ferreira at striker because he has better hold-up play than Pepi, which will be important today in the tactical setup they've chosen. The USA is 5-0-3 vs. El Salvador all-time in World Cup qualifying, including a 2-0-2 mark on the road. pic.twitter.com/iiuFUYbfmu, Three subs for the #USMNT Antonee Robinson Josh Sargent Jordan Pefok Konrad de la Fuente Kellyn Acosta Sergio Dest#SLVvUSA | 0-0 pic.twitter.com/uLiKBbS0rz. 13th minute: Tyler Adams makes a critical intervention in the penalty area on an overlapping El Salvador run, and then Pulisic has a shot blocked on the other end after good buildup down the left. Ahead of World Cup qualifying, the USMNT had a busy, productive summer taking home two confederation championships in the inaugural Nations League and the Gold Cup. McKennie involved, and he looks to be moving better. GOALKEEPERS (3): Kevin Carabantes (FAS; 3/0), Mario Gonzalez (Alianza; 11/0), Yonatan Guardado (Once Deportivo; 0/0), DEFENDERS (8): Lizandro Claros (Aguila; 0/0), Roberto Dominguez (Chalatenango; 42/1), Ronald Gomez (Aguila; 10/0), Alexander Larin (Comunicaciones/GUA; 62/4), Miguel Lemus (Chalatenango; 6/0), Bryan Tamacas (Alianza; 42/1), Eduardo Vigil (Firpo; 1/0), Eriq Zavaleta (Toronto FC/CAN; 8/1), MIDFIELDERS (10): Melvin Cartagena (Once Deportivo; 1/0), Darwin Ceren (Houston Dynamo/USA; 66/4), Enrico Hernandez (FC Eindhoven/NED; 0/0), Christian Martinez (San Carlos/CRC; 0/0), Armando Moreno (New Mexico United/USA; 4/0), Marvin Monterroza (Alianza; 29/2), Denis Pineda (FAS; 28/3), Narciso Orellana (Alianza; 39/1), Harold Osorio (Alianza; 1/0), Alex Roldan (Seattle Sounders FC/USA; 4/1), FORWARDS (7): Jairo Henriquez (Aguila; 12/1), Walmer Martinez (Hartford Athletic/USA; 8/2), Joshua Perez (Miami FC/USA; 10/3), Kevin Reyes (FAS; 1/0), Joaquin Rivas (FC Tulsa/USA; 14/4), Erick Rivera (Santa Tecla; 3/0), Styven Vasquez (Aguila; 1/0). USMNTsubs (9) :Johnson (GK), Arriola, Zardes, Aaronson, M. Robinson, Morris, Roldan, McKenzie, de la Torre, Pepi, Cannon, Acosta. But his awareness was good to get back and be in position defensively, not getting caught too far forward. #USAvSLV x @VW pic.twitter.com/IPi63qpv7z. Konrad de la Fuente returns to USMNT camp for the first time since making his debut on Nov. 12, 2020 against Wales. 11:00 pm ET, at As of the start of camp on August 30, the USMNT roster had an average age of 24 years, 43 days. Most recently, El Salvador played Costa Rica to a 0-0 friendly on Aug. 21 in Carson, Calif. MORE: USA cold weather strategy is risky. U.S. with a few bad turnovers the last coupleminutes. While the U.S. picked up where it left off with de la Fuente and Sargent combining for a few chances, El Salvador continued to threaten on the break and forced goalkeeper Matt Turner into his first action of the night in the 57th. A grimace on his face. #SLVvUSA. In the end, substitute Kellyn Acosta had one excellent change to collect all three points but saw his header well saved. Jess. A point is a point, but it was uneventful and underwhelming. #USAvSLV. Six players are based in the U.S., including two in MLS- Ceren and Roldan. This right-sided trio of Sergio Deat, Yunus Musah and Tim Weah can bring so, so much joy. We'll see how it works out for them. Full Squad Notes https://t.co/PEqC0Nb3jy #USAvSLV x @VW pic.twitter.com/Uafkd3QIKC. 1:25 am ET, at Twelve starters made their World Cup qualifying debut tonight, tying a modern-era record set in the opening game of 1998 World Cup qualifying on Nov. 3, 1996, vs. Guatemala in Washington, D.C. Brenden Aaronson played a huge role in helping Red Bull Salzburg earn a Champions League berth, scoring in both legs of the clubs qualifying playoff with Brndby on Aug. 17 and 25. Four added minutes. Turner swallowed the attempt to keep things scoreless. An OK result in the end. The midfield controlled the match throughout, and El Salvador produced little other than its one big first-half chance. El Salvador-USA Marks First of 14-Match, Seven-Month Qualifying Schedule; Thursdays Kickoff from Estadio Cuscatlan in San Salvador Set for 10:05 p.m. He said the attack was solid in short spells, but he wanted to run at El Salvador with more "ambition" and purpose. Without Christian Pulisic, the U.S. struggled to find a reference point in attack that could be that threat and creator. The USMNT has two more World Cup qualifying matches over the next six days, playing its first home game when it faces Canada on Sunday, Sept. 5 in Nashville (8 p.m. Stumbling, pushing, rebound. Keep in mind: We have VAR tonight, for the first time in CONCACAF World Cup qualifying. The match will be. A lovely bit of skill in the box down the left from Reyna, and he lobs it into the six for McKennie who reaches it with his head, but he knocks it wide. #USMNT is held scoreless in the first half for the 7th time in 9 qualifiers this cycle. The U.S. returns to action on Sunday when they host Canada in their second qualifier in Nashville. It's Match Day. USA vs. El Salvador result: Robinson provides USMNT relief in 1-0 win over El Salvador in World Cup qualifying Kyle Bonn 21 min read Narrow, yet commanding. The CONCACAF FIFA World Cup Qualifiers are back, and Team USA is playing El Salvador for the first match of 2022 at Lower.com Field in Ohio on Thursday, January 27 (1/27/2022). But it is cold out there! It's as if he's trying to be cute 100 percent of the time. Listen below and follow Qu Golazo! Touch wasn't quite there at times but was efficient in his passing. He was average. Twelve players made their debuts in official competition for the U.S. during the tournament, and players like defender Miles Robinson and goalkeeper Matt Turner- who entered the Gold Cup with just four combined international caps- played the hero for the USMNT, highlighted in the 1-0 victory against Mexico. Finally, all the attacking possession and pressure pays off. He follows only Christian Pulisic, who started his first qualifier at 17 years, 353 days on Sept. 6, 2016, against Trinidad and Tobago in Jacksonville, Fla. Captaining the side for the second time tonight, Tyler Adams (22 years, 200 days) became the youngest player to captain the USMNT in a World Cup Qualifier during the modern era. As a youthful American team took its first step toward the 2022 World Cup, it rued a few missed opportunities. Matt Turner is the first USMNT goalkeeper to post wins in each of his first seven appearances. Here is everything you need on how, when, and where to watch the 2022 World Cup qualifying match between the United States and El Salvador. Same for El Salvador. The USA have never lost to El. How to Watch El Salvador vs. United States: Live Stream, TV Channel, Start Time The Americans kick off a vital 2022 World Cup Qualifying campaign on the road at El Salvador, a difficult place to play. Weston McKennie flashed a header wide and Acosta's nodded effort came back off the bar and was smothered by El Salvador keeper Mario Gonzalez as the match approached the 80-minute mark. With an almost entirely different roster, the USA took home its seventh Concacaf Gold Cup in August with another dramatic overtime final vs. Mexico. No halftime subs. El Salvador has seen a recent influx of U.S.-connected talent since Perez took over the program earlier this year. USMNT held to 0-0 draw by El Salvador (1:31), Inexperience leads to faltering start on road to World Cup, CONCACAF World Cup qualifying fixtures and results, ESPN+ viewers' guide: LaLiga, Bundesliga, MLS, FA Cup, more. Christian Pulisic leaves in the 65th minute. Ref makes him wait to re-enter the field. That's a big miss. - Get Musah higher. Gonzalez made a diving save to deflect the effort and Rodriguez cleared it out of bounds. The hosts threatened very little, with Matt Turner looking sharp at goal when called upon, helping record yet another clean sheet after his stellar performances at the Gold Cup. Columbus is sacred ground. Teams can summon a larger group for the window, but the game day rosters for World Cup qualifiers may only include 23 players. "We'll take the point and we'll move on. Match: United States Mens National Team vs. El Salvador, Date: September 2, 2021 Cool and collected from @headdturnerr. Substitute goalkeeper Ethan Horvath shone in saving a Mexico penalty in stoppage time of the second overtime period to secure the USMNTs first trophy of the summer. 6:00 p.m.: Lineups are in, and it wouldn't be a USMNT match without some key surprises. The three points strengthens the United States' grip on second place in the Octagonal, with Mexico and Canada also winning to keep pace. Fans can follow the USMNT during the tournament on Twitter (@USMNT), Instagram (@USMNT),Facebookand the official U.S. Soccer App. Business attire. Players hail from clubs in 10 different countries: USA (9), England (6), Germany (3), France (2), Austria, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Turkey (1 each). 11:55 pm ET, at The United States vs. El Salvadormatch from Lower.Com Field in Columbus, Ohio,as part of CONCACAF World Cup qualificationis avaliable on TV across the United States on ESPN 2, or streaming on ESPN+. Uriel Antuna and Ral Jimenez scored one goal each as Mexico downed El Salvador 2-0 to make the . Coach Gregg Berhalter went with an ultra-attacking lineup, deploying Josh Sargent, Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson and Konrad de la Fuente, but the returns were minimal on 13 shots, despite some solid chances. 29th minute: Chance, El Salvador! After an action-packed summer in which the deep U.S. player pool responded to adversity on and off the field and proved itself with two regional championship trophies, the USMNT is ready to show the world that they are prepared to change the way the world views American soccer. Home side looking dangerous but doesn't have the final product just yet. Competition: Concacaf 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying, Venue: Cuscatln Stadium; San Salvador, El Salvador, Scoring Summary: 1 2 F, USA 0 0 0, SLV 0 0 0, USA: 1-Matt Turner; 22-Deandre Yedlin (17-Sebastian Lletget, 79), 12-Miles Robinson, 13-Tim Ream, 2-Sergio Dest (5-Antonee Robinson, 64); 4-Tyler Adams (Capt. 11:59 pm ET, at Turner has posted an 11-2-4 record for New England this season, helping the Revs to the top of the Supporters Shield standings. 2nd minute: Yikes, nervy moment early for El Salvador goalkeeper Marvin Gonzalez, who blasted a clearance up against Jesus Ferreira, but the ball luckily comes right back to his feet. If both results hold, it would put a lot of pressure on Tata Martino, but more importantly here, it would put the United States in a position of true strength in the Octagonal. USA. USMNT vs. El Salvador score, ratings, highlights: USA settles for draw El Salvador boss Hugo Perez is up first in the presser, and he is full of praise for his squad, rueing the "mistake" that ultimately led to the U.S. win, but overall declaring "I cannot complain" about the performance. Mexico led the way after the first round, picking up three points in a win over Jamaica, while the other three matches finished in draws. Substitute goalkeeper Ethan Horvath shone in saving a Mexico penalty in stoppage time of the second overtime period to secure the USMNTs first trophy of the summer. A Daily CBS Soccer Podcast where we take you beyond the pitch and around the globe for commentary, previews, recaps and more. Winning home games is a key, and the Americans have won four of five matches on U.S. soil, stumbling only in a draw against Canada in September. Stingy El Salvador hold USA to scoreless draw in World Cup qualifying Pulisic looked in some pain, but the two laugh it off. US vs. El Salvador score: Antonee Robinson goal in World Cup qualifier Playing with nine starters that helped the U.S. lift a trophy during its two summer tournament finals, the USMNT got off to a promising start in front of the raucous Cuscatln crowd by creating several threatening opportunities in the early going. "In this game we're expecting to play into our forward a lot, use him as a point to draw their defenders out, and Jess does a good job of that. Now he must deliver for the @USMNT tonight. He gets free again and does indeed win a corner this time. There were options in midfield, and its Darwin Ceren and Brayan Landaverde in a rotation of the squad from last time out. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. SHOW YOUR STRIPES. The USMNT enter. 9th minute: Timothy Weah has been bright early down the right. CONCACAF announced that it has revamped the formats for its senior men's national team competitions to be held between 2023 and 2026. As the games are scheduled during a FIFA international window, all players were available for selection. There was hope before U.S. men's national soccer team's 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over El Salvador Thursday that this might be the one where it all starts to . In the 0-0 draw between these two teams in the reverse fixture, El Salvador manager Hugo Perez opted to clogthe midfield and make life difficult for the Americans, who only held 49 percentpossession despite the talent gap. 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying: El Salvador vs. United States Live 6-keys: media/spln/soccer/reg/free/stories_live-blog, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. Also dealt with the high balls well. More Details. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. When the sides met earlier in qualifying, El Salvador held USMNT to a 0-0 draw at the Estadio Cuscatlan. When is USA vs El Salvador? - The US Sun The field isn't helping, but it feels like it could go either way at this point. U.S. will want to get its star Pulisic more involved, as El Salvador has clearly game-planned to nullify him, as many CONCACAF opponents do. USMNT out warming up ahead of WC Qualifier against El Salvador tonight in Columbus. Buoyed by the home crowd, Los Cusatlecos grew into the game as the half wore on, playing tough defense that made it difficult for the USMNT to connect passes and create dangerous moments in transition. Get a report of the United States vs. El Salvador 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CONCACAF, Third Round football match. Matt Turner took over in goal from Zack Steffen, who remained in England because of a bad back, and didn't have to make a save. #USMNT doing well with one-touch passes but still growing into the game. And maybe you can make out the snow #USAvSLV pic.twitter.com/mrqUmHi7mV, Just stopped snowing, still chilly, but a beautiful night for soccer. Story of his life. The United States men's national team will open up their 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign in September with a visit to El Salvador, while Mexico hosts Jamaica in their first match. Fellow forward Konrad de la Fuente made a summer move to Ligue 1 power Olympique Marseille and has started each of the clubs first three matches, logging an assist in his club debut on Aug. 8. Near-side assistant referee has missed a few throw-in decisions, and now the official calls a foul on Zimmerman and talks to him, when he made no contact winning the ball in midfield. The U.S. drew El Salvador 2-2 at Estadio Cuscatlan in March 2009 on late goals from Jozy Altidore and Frankie Hejduk and also came back for a 2-1 win in Sandy, Utah in September 2009. The teams traded headed opportunities in the opening 15 minutes with Gold Cup hero Miles Robinson of the U.S. and El Salvador's Ronald Rodriguez both sending efforts from set pieces narrowly over the crossbar. Turner took home the tournaments Golden Glove after shutting out, ntes (FAS; 3/0), Mario Gonzalez (Alianza; 11/0), Yonatan Guardado (Once Deportivo; 0/0), Lizandro Claros (Aguila; 0/0), Roberto Dominguez (Chalatenango; 42/1), Ronald Gomez (Aguila; 10/0), Alexander Larin (Comunicaciones/GUA; 62/4), Miguel Lemus (Chalatenango; 6/0), Bryan Tamacas (Alianza; 42/1), Eduardo Vigil (Firpo; 1/0), Eriq Zavaleta (Toronto FC/CAN; 8/1), Melvin Cartagena (Once Deportivo; 1/0), Darwin Ceren (Houston Dynamo/USA; 66/4), Enrico Hernandez (FC Eindhoven/NED; 0/0), Christian Martinez (San Carlos/CRC; 0/0), Armando Moreno (New Mexico United/USA; 4/0), Marvin Monterroza (Alianza; 29/2), Denis Pineda (FAS; 28/3), Narciso Orellana (Alianza; 39/1), Harold Osorio (Alianza; 1/0), Alex Roldan (Seattle Sounders FC/USA; 4/1), Jairo Henriquez (Aguila; 12/1), Walmer Martinez (Hartford Athletic/USA; 8/2), Joshua Perez (Miami FC/USA; 10/3), Kevin Reyes (FAS; 1/0), Joaquin Rivas (FC Tulsa/USA; 14/4), Erick Rivera (Santa Tecla; 3/0), Styven Vasquez (Aguila; 1/0), FAQ Away World Cup Qualifying TV Rights, with the launch of Only Forward, / Solo Palante,, USMNT WCQ Series History El Salvador Away. USMNT's World Cup qualifying schedule starts with El Salvador visit He probably could have gone down and won a penalty, but he stays up and looks to finish the chance. I'm proud of our players because from where we were 7 months ago, to come here to the United States and get this game as close as it was today, I have to give a lot of credit". Goals continued to be impossible to come by for either side, and U.S. manager Gregg Berhalter made a trio of substitutes just past the hour mark, bringing on Jordan Siebatcheu, Antonee Robinson and Kellyn Acosta to try to jumpstart his team's attack. Final grades from that performance: C- B+Agree? McKennie jumped to meet the ball at the six-yard line, but his header attempt went just wide. 6:45 p.m.: Sam Borden reports on ESPN that El Salvador didn't bring appropriate cold-weather gear, and had to go buy more at a sporting goods store once they arrived. Substitutes not used: 18-Yonathan Guardado, 2-Lizandro Claros, 3-Roberto Dominguez, 10-Amando Moreno, 14-Erick Rivera, 16-Juan Barahona, SLV -- Marvin Monterroza (Caution) 40. El Salvadors best scoring chance of the opening 45 minutes also came from a center back as defender Ronald Rodriguezs header attempt off a corner kick also flew over the goal. USMNT vs. El Salvador: Time, TV channel, stream, lineups, betting odds Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Lets keep it going! What a weird first half. Los Cusatlecos topped The Sugar Boyz 4-0 in Saint Kitts and won 2-0 in San Salvador to secure its spot in the Octoganal. Came in off the bench and tried to make an impact on the left but was defended well. It wasn't sharp, and a young, inexperienced team looked exactly that. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Ferreira and Weah make way. Otherwise, the roster is full of top-tier U.S. talent with the likes of Christian Pulisic , Weston McKennie , Tyler Adams and Sergino Dest all available and ready to go. During the run of play, he lacked accuracy aside from one delivery to McKennie. Jesus Ferreira, who was picked over Ricardo Pepi at forward for the Americans, had two good chances in the opening 20 minutes but failed to get either of his shots from close range on goal. 11:38 pm ET, at United States Ties El Salvador to Open World Cup Qualifying The USA is now 18-1-6 all-time against El Salvador and is an undefeated 5-0-4 against Los Cusatlecos in World Cup qualifying. pic.twitter.com/ybg9qRSiWF. 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. https://t.co/QmsK5DwLlx. Good call taking Dest off for Robinson, IMO. United States vs. El Salvador - Football Match Report - January 27 The United States men's national team's Concacaf World Cup qualifying campaign started uneventfully on Thursday as the red, white and blue had to settle for a 0-0 draw at El Salvador.