The U.S. team was looking to get an early positive result against Bolivia in the Copa America, and that positive result came with a goal from Christian Pulisic.
The U.S. men’s national team got off to a strong start in the group stage with Pulisic scoring a goal just over two minutes into Sunday night’s opening match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The U.S. had a corner kick opportunity 2 minutes and 17 seconds into the game, and instead of kicking it toward the goal, Pulisic made a short pass to Timothy Weah, who ran for two inside Bolivia’s 18-yard box.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE FOXNEWS.COM
United States’ Christian Pulisic celebrates with his teammates after scoring during the first half of a game against Bolivia on June 23, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (John Todd/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images for USSF)
Weir dropped the pass to Pulisic and instead of crossing, the AC Milan midfielder spun the ball from right to left and fired a shot towards goal.
The shot was at the perfect height to fly over the head of the Bolivian goalkeeper, who got the ball with his fingertips but was unable to deflect the shot well enough to save it.
Fulkrug saves Germany as Hungary looks to win in wild Group A final
The ball hit the crossbar and fell into the side of the goal, giving the U.S. an instant 1-0 lead.
United States’ Christian Pulisic kicks the ball during a Copa America Group C match against Bolivia on June 23, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Omar Vega/Getty Images)
As AT&T Stadium erupted in excitement, Pulisic turned around and spotted his teammates on the USA bench.
It was Pulisic’s 30th international goal and he also assisted Folarin Balogun’s goal late in the first half to make the score 2-0.
The U.S. will be looking to gain an advantage in Group C, which also includes Panama and Uruguay.
United States’ Christian Pulisic celebrates after scoring in the first half against Bolivia on June 23, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (John Todd/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images for USSF)
Click here to get the FOX News app
Pulisic is one of the players head coach Gregg Berhalter has relied on for his veteran presence and ability to create early-game wins, and the Pennsylvania native has already made an impact in the tournament.
Follow Fox News Digital X’s sports coverage subscribe Fox News Sports Huddle Newsletter.
