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Gio Reyna Scores on USMNT Return, Sets Up Balogun Winner in 2-1 Win Over Paraguay

A surprise recall despite sparse club minutes signaled renewed trust from Mauricio Pochettino.

Overview

  • The United States beat Paraguay 2-1 in Chester, Pennsylvania, with Reyna scoring in the fourth minute on his first professional header.
  • He created the move for Folarin Balogun’s 71st-minute tiebreaker, and a late brawl was reported by the Associated Press.
  • Reyna’s goal was his ninth for the national team, moving him past father Claudio Reyna’s career total of eight.
  • In his first US start since July 2024, Reyna logged 75 minutes and estimated his fitness at roughly 80–85%.
  • After limited minutes at Borussia Mönchengladbach following a September thigh injury, Reyna drew praise from Pochettino for his game-reading and influence between the lines.