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Gio Reyna Scores First Ligue 1 Goal as Ricardo Pepi and Joe Scally Also Find the Net; Christian Pulisic Awaits AC Milan Return

Several members of the U.S. Men's National Team made notable impacts this weekend following the close of the transfer window, though injuries kept some star players sidelined during key matchups.

Gio Reyna Opens His Scoring Account in Ligue 1

Gio Reyna marked a milestone by netting his first goal for Strasbourg in only his third appearance. His strike came during a dominant 6-2 away victory over Troyes. Reyna's contribution went beyond the scoreline; he completed 18 of 21 passes and fired two shots on target, showing creativity and precision. After solid performances in previous games, including a 92% pass completion and three chances created against Lens, Reyna appears to be regaining his form. Fitness has been an ongoing challenge for him, but if he stays healthy, he looks capable of making an impact in France's top league.

Ricardo Pepi Continues Scoring Streak with PSV Eindhoven

Ricardo Pepi kept his goal-scoring run alive by netting early in PSV's 3-1 win over Ajax. This goal was his third in four matches this season, helping PSV extend their winning streak to four games with a combined score of 16-4. The team is off to a strong start and seems poised to contend for the Eredivisie title again. Rumors about Pepi moving clubs persist, but any transfer would likely wait until January at the earliest, giving him time to possibly reach double-digit goals.

Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie Absent in Milan vs Juventus Draw

The much-anticipated Serie A clash between AC Milan and Juventus ended in a 1-1 draw, but it lacked involvement from two key American players. Weston McKennie missed the match due to a muscle injury, while Christian Pulisic remained on the bench without playing. Milan appeared to control the game, with Yunus Musah stepping up in midfield alongside Luka Modric, yet Juventus scored a late equalizer. Pulisic’s return is being carefully managed after his World Cup injury, with his next appearance still uncertain. Fans hope both Americans will feature soon, especially in these high-profile meetings.

Joe Scally Scores Despite Borussia Monchengladbach Loss

In a thrilling 4-3 defeat to Elversberg, Joe Scally scored his sixth career goal, briefly giving Gladbach a 3-1 lead. Despite a defensive lapse that contributed to the loss, Scally’s attacking contribution stands out. There were doubts about his future this summer, but his recent performance suggests retaining him could benefit the club. He was subbed off shortly after scoring, watching as the game slipped away in the final minutes.

Other Noteworthy American Performances This Weekend

  • Folarin Balogun did not feature for Monaco in their 2-1 comeback win against Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Sebastian Berhalter, Aidan Morris, and Max Arfsten started for Middlesbrough, with Rokas Pukstas debuting off the bench in a 1-0 victory over Queens Park Rangers.
  • Gianluca Busio assisted for Venezia, though they lost 3-2 to Frosinone.
  • Chris Richards helped Crystal Palace edge Fulham 3-2 in an all-American duel against Antonee Robinson.
  • Noahkai Banks impressed in Augsburg's 4-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.
  • Jack McGlynn made his Stoke City debut in a 4-0 rout of Charlton Athletic.
  • Tim Weah captained Marseille but suffered a 3-2 defeat to Paris FC, where Lassine Sinayoko scored a hat-trick.
  • Tanner Tessmann entered Lyon’s 3-1 win over Auxerre as a substitute in the 76th minute.
  • Diego Kochen, goalkeeper for Lyngby, kept a clean sheet with four saves at Viborg.
  • Tyler Adams controlled midfield for Bournemouth, who drew 2-2 with Newcastle.
  • Brenden Aaronson came off the bench in Leeds’ 1-1 draw with Brighton.
  • Johnny Cardoso appeared late for Atletico Madrid in a 3-0 upset loss to Athletic Bilbao.
  • Alex Freeman played full time in Villarreal’s 3-2 defeat to Deportivo La Coruña.
  • George Campbell helped West Brom keep a clean sheet in a 1-0 win over Watford.
  • John Tolkin played 63 minutes in Holstein Kiel’s 2-2 draw with FC Nurnberg.
  • Auston Trusty and Cameron Carter-Vickers started at center-back as Celtic won 2-1 against St. Mirren.
  • Caleb Wiley appeared for 59 minutes in Preston’s 2-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers.
  • Malik Tillman played 67 minutes in Bayer Leverkusen’s 4-0 thrashing of Union Berlin.

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