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Slovenia Defeats US in Friendly, Extends US' Winless Streak Against Europe

Nejc Gradišar Scores in International Debut, 24 Players Make Their First Appearance

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Slovenia goalkeeper Igor Vekic (1) and Klemen Mihelak defend a cross as United States' Miles Robinson (12) tries for a header during the first half of an international friendly soccer match in San Antonio, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Overview

  • Slovenia defeated the United States 1-0 in a friendly match, extending the US' winless streak against European opponents to six games.
  • Nejc Gradišar scored the only goal of the match in the 26th minute, marking his international debut.
  • Twenty-four players made their international debuts in the match, including 13 Slovenians and 11 Americans.
  • The US team was composed entirely of Major League Soccer players, as the match did not fall on a FIFA international date.
  • The US has lost consecutive games under coach Gregg Berhalter for the first time since 2019.