The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) continued its perfect start to the new international cycle with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mexico on October 3 at State Farm Stadium. The win in Glendale, Arizona, was punctuated by a record-breaking performance from 17-year-old Cavan Sullivan, who solidified his place in the program’s record books during the second half.
The scoring began in the 28th minute when Julian Hall found the back of the net to give the U.S. an early advantage. The lead was extended in the 63rd minute by Sullivan, who became the youngest goalscorer in USMNT history with a clinical strike. Malik Tillman added a third goal in the 85th minute to wrap up the scoring and ensure the United States remained undefeated in the current international window.
Pochettino’s Tactical Foundation
The match marked a significant milestone for the roster under manager Mauricio Pochettino, who officially named Tyler Adams the permanent team captain prior to kickoff. Adams led a side that has now won three consecutive matches, following previous victories over Peru (4-1) and Chile (4-2). Mexico’s frustrations boiled over in the 67th minute when Mateo Sanchez was sent off with a red card, leaving the visitors shorthanded for the remainder of the contest.
How to Watch Highlights and Replays
Fans who missed the live “Duel in the Desert” can access full match replays and highlights through the official broadcast partners. For English-language coverage, highlights are available on the Max streaming service and TNT Sports platforms. Spanish-language catch-up coverage is provided by Telemundo and Peacock.
The USMNT will look to complete a sweep of this international window when they face Canada on Tuesday, October 6. That match is scheduled to take place at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota, and will serve as the final fixture before the squad returns to their respective clubs.
