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sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Analysis of USMNT's Loss to Slovenia in January Friendly"

The U.S. men's national soccer team lost 1-0 to Slovenia in their opening match of 2024, with an inexperienced lineup featuring eleven debutants. Slovenia's goal came from a mistake by one of the American debutants, Bernard Kamungo. Despite the loss, coach Gregg Berhalter praised the team's effort and competitiveness, emphasizing the learning experience for the young players. The U.S. team, comprised entirely of Major League Soccer players, will regroup for the Concacaf Nations League semifinal in March, with a focus on upcoming competitions such as the Olympics and Copa America.

via ESPN|

#debutants #defeat #slovenia

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

USWNT vs. Vietnam: Historic Women's World Cup Match Preview

Vietnam will make its debut at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in a match against the US Women's National Team. The team qualified for the tournament by winning the 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup Playoff. Vietnam's roster is comprised mostly of players from the Vietnamese pro league, with forward Huynh Nhu being the first Vietnamese woman to sign with a European club. The match against the US will be the first-ever meeting between the two teams, and Vietnam will also face Portugal and the Netherlands in the group stage.

via U.S. Soccer|

#debutants #fifa-womens-world-cup #soccer

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Missed WWE debuts, Lesnar's return, and more highlights from May 15 Raw"

Three NXT stars, JD McDonagh, Von Wagner, and Xyon Quinn, made their in-ring debut on WWE RAW during a battle royal to determine the next challenger for Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER at Night of Champions 2023. McDonagh is a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion, Wagner made his first main roster appearance in October 2022, and Quinn is a former rugby player who debuted on NXT TV in August 2021.

via Sportskeeda|

#debutants #nxt #raw