Injured Ellis scores, U.S. blanks Canada 1-0 in men’s soccer friendly

In a men's soccer friendly match held in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Tuesday, the United States triumphed over Canada with a score of 1-0. Teenage forward Justin Ellis scored the lone goal for the U.S., coming in the 29th minute of play. Ellis had been battling an ankle injury during the first half but managed to score the decisive goal.

Canada's men's soccer team also suffered an injury setback during the match. Vice-captain Stephen Eustaquio left the game in the second half due to a collarbone injury. The loss left Canada with a record of 2-1-0 in the international window, following wins against Chile, Peru, and Mexico. Canada secured a 1-0 victory against Chile in Toronto and a 2-0 win over Peru in Montreal.

The U.S. team had several opportunities to score throughout the match. Jacob Shaffleburg, a winger from Los Angeles FC, put the ball wide in the 16th minute and later collected a pass from Tani Oluwaseyi before being denied by U.S. goalkeeper Brian Schwake. Ellis suffered an injury in the 20th minute after a collision with Eustaquio but returned to the field minutes later. The U.S. scored their first goal in the 29th minute when Alex Freeman's corner shot was headed into the net by Ellis.

Canada's injury woes continued in the 11th minute when Eustaquio fell to the ground following a challenge from Gio Reyna. The 19-year-old Orlando City SC player appeared to suffer an upper-body injury but remained in the game temporarily. Despite numerous attempts, Canada could not equalize the score. Jonathan David took over as captain for the second half, and Canada managed to get a shot on target by defender Luc de Fougerolles in the 63rd minute, which Schwarke saved.

Canada's substitute Promise David had a chance in the 75th minute but could only hit the post. The Canadians continued to press but ultimately fell short in the match.