USMNT vs. Portugal player ratings: U.S. shutout before World Cup roster announcement

Mauricio Pochettino's final lineup selection before naming his roster for the World Cup was a head-scratching one. He decided to go without a true striker, opting for Christian Pulisic in a False 9-type of role. After a mainly even first half, Portugal capitalized on a midfield turnover and hit the U.

S. on the counter in the 37th minute. Vitinha played creator with a throughball that split the American backline and put Bruno Fernandes on goal, his backheel to Francisco Trincão led to a clinical finish for the opening goal.

After the break, the visitors took over the match and exuded their quality. João Félix extended their lead 15 minutes into the second half after being given arces of space at the top of the box off a corner kick to volley in a rocket off the post. Portgual were able to see out the rest of the match and take home the win.

Let's take a look back at how the USMNT players fared in second consecutive friendly loss. GK: Matt Freese - 6 It would be harsh to put him at fault for either goal conceded. He made the saves he should've made and added one spectacular one at the end of the match.