Vazquez Scores for Youthful US Lineup in 2–1 Loss to Serbia

United States forward Brandon Vazquez (L) celebrates with defender Walker Zimmerman (3) after scoring during the first half of an international friendly soccer match against Serbia in Los Angeles on Jan. 25, 2023. Ashley Landis/AP Photo

LOS ANGELES—Interim head coach Anthony Hudson saw tenacity, bravery and attacking excitement from the youngsters and newcomers he sent out for the United States’ first match since the World Cup.

Although none of it added up to a win, Hudson was hopeful a 2–1 defeat to Serbia on Wednesday, Jan. 25, was a positive first step toward the 2026 World Cup the U.S. will co-host.