"Highlighted by the efficient use of set-piece plays, the U.S. opened the scoring in the 17th minute when midfielder Sebastian Berhalter launched a shot into the back of the net off a free kick. Three minutes later, Freeman doubled the lead with a headed goal that followed a corner from Berhalter. In the 31st minute, the ever-proactive Freeman stepped up once again with a roaming run that earned his second goal of the night."
"After half-time, Uruguay's short-lived momentum plummeted with a red card for captain Rodrigo Bentancur. With renewed energy through a one-man advantage and substitutes like Gio Reyna, Tanner Tessmann, and Folarin Balogun, the USMNT capitalized in the 68th minute with a headed goal from Tessman following a Reyna cross. By the final whistle, a 5-1 win was secured for the North Americans, earning them an eye-catching victory to close out 2025."
Alex Freeman scored two goals as the United States routed Uruguay 5-1 at Raymond James Stadium. Sebastian Berhalter created early chances with a free kick and a corner that led to goals. Diego Luna extended the lead to 4-0 before Uruguay responded with a bicycle kick from Giorgian de Arrascaeta. Uruguay captain Rodrigo Bentancur received a red card after halftime, and substitutes including Gio Reyna, Tanner Tessmann and Folarin Balogun helped the U.S. control the remainder of the match. The victory gave the U.S. a five-game unbeaten run entering the World Cup year under Mauricio Pochettino.
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