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Pepi becomes second-youngest USMNT player to start in World Cup qualifier with Honduras selection

The FC Dallas star is behind only Christian Pulisic as the youngster will earn his first cap in a massive match

Ricardo Pepi has become the second-youngest player to start a World Cup qualifier for the U.S. men's national team as the FC Dallas star joins the lineup for Wednesday's vital clash with Honduras.

Pepi, who spoke to Goal earlier this summer about his recent rise and future ambitions, has emerged as one of MLS' most deadly strikers and will now be charged with helping the U.S. build on just a two-point haul from two games.