Bay Area native Diego Luna capably replaces Christian Pulisic for U.S. in Gold Cup opener
Briefly

21-year-old Luna, a graduate of the San Jose Earthquakes academy, shone in a 5-0 victory against Trinidad and Tobago, earning praise from coach Mauricio Pochettino. His two assists during the match not only highlighted his skills but also showcased his importance to the U.S. men's national team. Despite a smaller-than-expected crowd, Luna ensured his family and friends were present to witness his success. While uncertain about making the 2026 World Cup roster, he is determined to make a strong case for himself, amidst competition from established stars.
His performance was very good. He showed his character in the way that he felt the game, then translated it to the pitch. He was really good.
I had 30. They gave me 30 tickets, but I could have gotten more.
It’s not a certainty that Luna will make the roster for the 2026 Men's World Cup, but he is seizing his opportunity to make a case.
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