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It was a big night for Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna and the United States men’s national team.
And in the United States’ 4-0 victory over Ghana on Tuesday night, the 20-year-old Reyna reminded manager Gregg Berhalter why he should always be one of the first names on the team sheet whenever he suits up for the Stars and Stripes.
Reyna recorded a first-half brace against one of the US’ biggest international rivals, showcasing all of the abilities that have made him one of the most highly-regarded young players in world soccer.
The Borussia Dortmund star got the scoring going early as he netted his first goal for the national team in over two years in the 10th minute. He also capped off a dominant first half for the Americans with the team’s fourth goal of the opening 45 minutes and his second of the night.
Reyna’s second score was particularly impressive as it came off an indirect free kick from around the penalty area that he nailed right into the roof of the net, sending the crowd at Geodis Park into a frenzy.
But Reyna wasn’t the only US star to step up big.
Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun also got on the score sheet to help complete the rout in 19th and 22nd minute, respectively.
Balogun keeps on impressing as he has scored in all three international windows that he’s played in for the Americans.
US Fans couldn’t be happier with Reyna and the rest of the team’s performance.
B/R Football @brfootball
Gio Reyna hadn’t scored for the USMNT in over two years… now he has his second of the night 💥💥
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B/R Football @brfootball
Gio Reyna was at the right place at the right time 😎
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B/R Football @brfootball
Christian Pulisic from the spot 🎯
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B/R Football @brfootball
Folarin Balogun hit the spin cycle 🌪️
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FOX Soccer @FOXSoccer
That Gio Reyna kid is kinda… AMAZING 🤷♂️🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/jl8SrTD1Hz
FOX Soccer @FOXSoccer
Look at what it means to Gio Reyna ☺️🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/v5YdEr8Xd7
Mario Biggest Napoli fan @MarioSWEATSHIRT
Imagine if Gio Reyna played in the World Cup lol pic.twitter.com/OTNDRPsDlb
Men in Blazers @MenInBlazers
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
GIO REYNA IS A GREAT AMERICAN
American Hooligans 🇺🇸⚽️ @AmericanHoolis
Pulisic, Reyna, & Balogun scoring within the first 20 minutes of a USMNT 🇺🇸 match pic.twitter.com/Kk2XoJBXXD
USMNTrev @Eyesandvibes
My 3 thoughts first half Ghana vs USMNT:
1) Gio Reyna is our team X Factor. He is a must start centrally
2) The 1-2 flick passes and runs in behind are our biggest attacking threat, NOT CROSSING
3) This may feel like playing Oman, but Ghana are much better. Keep that in mind
Borussia Dortmund @BlackYellow
GI⚽️⚽️ REYNA
First Half Brace 🫡 https://t.co/gZXMhoFxZo
USACFC @USACFC_
Christian Pulisic has 9 goal contributions for club and country this season. It’s the 2nd week of October. Man on fire.
svint @svintfc
Gio Reyna today pic.twitter.com/Zddrg9Atxu
Tom Bogert @tombogert
USMNT up 3-0 over Ghana within 22 mins.
Goals from Gio Reyna, Christian Pulisic and Flo Balogun. Couldn’t script it better than this.
Tactical Manager @ManagerTactical
Who would have thought Gio Reyna playing central would make the USMNT 🇺🇸 better?
Not. A. Winger.
Justin Moran @kickswish
It’s insane how different the team is without Gio Reyna on the field.
Tim Chase @Tim_Chase7
Gio Reyna is the best player on the USMNT and it isn’t even close https://t.co/U1UxPvMwHf
American Hooligans 🇺🇸⚽️ @AmericanHoolis
First Half Thoughts 🇺🇸 4 – 0 🇬🇭
– Pulisic haters, continue to hold the L
– Gio Reyna haters, come outside
– Balogun ha…he doesn’t have haters, everyone loves Balogun
American Hooligans 🇺🇸⚽️ @AmericanHoolis
Let’s check in with the Gio Reyna haters: pic.twitter.com/vNjgEYrjw8
MLS Buzz @MLS_Buzz
Christian Pulisic continues to look even better when Gio Reyna is on the field with him.
Just like Donovan and Dempsey, they’re both such big threats that they open the game up for each other to create.
When they’re on the field together, we can score on anyone, anywhere.
Charles Boehm @cboehm
Decent statline for Gio Reyna’s 45 minutes on the pitch tonight: 42 touches, 2 goals on 2 shots, 30/31 passing (97%), 2/3 on long passes, 1/2 on tackles, 2 defensive actions, 2 recoveries, 4/7 duels won, 2 fouls drawn.
Ghana let him do whatever he wanted.
CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ @CBSSportsGolazo
Christian Pulisic for club and country in 2023-24:
👕 14 appearances
⚽️ 7 goals
🅰️ 2 assists
Getting his swagger back. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/0NYYbHHeqL
Danimal @danchadbourne
Christian Pulisic since leaving Chelsea pic.twitter.com/MvtWyaPfyz
CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ @CBSSportsGolazo
Folarin Balogun has four goal involvements (3 G + 1 A) in six USMNT matches. 👊
Strong start to his Stars & Stripes career. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/0L2uZtK9bS
CHRISTBRO @brodeChildOFGOD
Folarin Balogun proves why he’s one of the first 3 names on the team sheet at all times. #USMNT pic.twitter.com/hGSzqnJFsn
Men in Blazers @MenInBlazers
GIO
PULISIC
BALOGUN
THE HOLY TRINITY 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
While Reyna, Pulisic, Balogun and the rest of the American squad will head back to their respective clubs for the next month, they’ll await preparations for the next international break when they’ll be competing in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals.
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