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MLS Players Shine in USMNT’s 2-0 Victory Over Cuba in Historic International Friendly

The United States Men’s National Team played in an international friendly against Cuba on Cuban soil for the first time since 1947. Three MLS players were featured in the starting lineup for Jurgen Klinsmann and a few more came on as second half subs. Chris Wondolowski ended up being the difference maker for the USA walked away with a 2-0 win.

Sacha Kljestan of the New York Red Bulls, Michael Bradley of Toronto FC, and Jozy Altidore of Toronto FC were all in the Starting XI. Steve Birnbaum of D.C. United and Chris Wondolowski of the San Jose Earthquakes were both brought on as second half substitutions at the beginning of the second 45′.