USA v Japan

Men's International Friendly

Alejandro Zendejas - 30'

Folarin Balogun - 64'

Balogun, Zendejas lead U.S. to big win over Japan

The United States picked up a big win over Japan in a friendly at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday night -- a result that gives Mauricio Pochettino's side some good news to end the September international window.

Sep 9, 2026, 09:51 pm - ESPN News Services

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Balogun, Zendejas lead U.S. to big win over Japan

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