Antonee Robinson scored a crucial goal early in the second half as the United States beat El Salvador in CONCACAF World Cup qualifying in Columbus, Ohio, on Thursday night.
U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter changed five starters from the previous qualifier, a 1-1 draw at Jamaica in November, with Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams all starting together for the first time in almost three years.
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Jesus Ferreira, who was picked over Ricardo Pepi at forward for the Americans, had two good chances in the opening 20 minutes but failed to get either of his shots from close range on goal.