On June 1, 2022, the United States launched their final preparations for the World Cup with a convincing 3-0 friendly win over fellow qualifiers Morocco at Cincinnati's TQL Stadium.
Chelsea star Christian Pulisic played a leading role in the win, creating a goal for new Leeds signing Brenden Aaronson and winning a penalty converted by debutant Haji Wright.
Lille forward Timothy Weah scored the other US goal in a torrid outing for Morocco, who also missed a dubiously awarded second-half penalty when Selim Amallah hit the crossbar.
US coach Gregg Berhalter praised Pulisic's performance, saying,