The USMNT showed the highs and lows that come with playing young players against European powerhouse Portugal
Weston McKennie raced through Portugal's defense for a goal that had to spark some hope in the depressed hearts of U.S. fans who had spent the past month in shock over the U.S. national team missing out on the World Cup.
Then goalkeeper Ethan Horvath let a cross go through his arms and legs and into the net, reminding us all that breaking in a new generation is going to have its ups and downs. That was the main lesson offered up in Tuesday's 1-1 draw between the United States and Portugal.