USA Defeats Morocco 3-0 in Pre-Olympics Tune-Up
Aaronson, Weah, and Wright Score Goals
Americans Advance to Knockout Stage for First Time Since 2000
CINCINNATI, Ohio – The United States Men's National Team opened the June international window with a convincing 3-0 win against African powerhouse Morocco on Wednesday night at TQL Stadium.
Brenden Aaronson opened the scoring for the Americans in the 26th minute, finishing off a cross from Timothy Weah. Weah then doubled the lead in the 32nd minute with a header off a corner kick by Joe Scally.
Haji Wright added an insurance goal in the 64th minute, tapping in a rebound after a shot by Aaronson was saved by the Moroccan goalkeeper. Zack Steffen made four saves to earn the clean sheet for the United States.
The win was the Americans' first in the June international window and their second straight shutout. They will face Uruguay in their final tune-up match on Sunday before heading to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Conclusion
The United States' victory over Morocco was a positive sign for the team heading into the Olympics. The Americans showed good chemistry and execution on both sides of the ball. If they can continue to play at this level, they could be a medal contender in Paris.
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