This was a pretty exceptional week for young American players. We saw some spectacular plays made by American youth on some pretty big stages. This is what happened this week:
Weston McKennie - Central Midfielder, Schalke 04
McKennie was given a huge opportunity to impress when Domenico Tedesco picked him to start against FC Porto in his first ever Champions League match. McKennie had a pretty quiet first half, but he provided a moment of magic in the 64th minute following a giveaway by Mexican International Hector Herrera. McKennie won the outlet ball at midfield and made a spectacular run to get behind the defense before playing it across to Breel Embolo for the go-ahead goal.