SAN JOSE, Calif. -- A United States men's national team shorn of some of their biggest stars kicked off their 2025 Gold Cup run with a 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago at PayPal Park on Sunday.
Led by a brace from Malik Tillman, the U.S. were dynamic as they consistently tested the visitors, eventually taking a 3-0 lead by half-time that included a goal from Patrick Agyemang. In the second half, Trinidad and Tobago looked more lively, but it was the U.S.' Brenden Aaronson and Haji Wright who added two more goals after the 81st minute.