Gio Reyna Scores in Return to U.S. Men's Team Lineup vs. Paraguay

That was quick for Gio Reyna. 

The U.S. men's team took an early lead against Paraguay in Saturday's friendly thanks to the silky attacking midfielder's goal in the fourth minute on his first-ever career header. 

Reyna, who turned 23 on Thursday, got his first goal for the USMNT since March 2024, which came in a Nations League final against Mexico. 

Reyna is trying to get into the mix for a World Cup roster spot under USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino. 

It's the eighth international goal for Reyna, who plays for German club Borussia Mönchengladbach. He has struggled with injuries over the past seasons with previous club Borussia Dortmund, while also trying to regain his form for the USMNT. Prior to Saturday's game, Reyna hadn't appeared for the U.S. since March. 

U.S. men's team right-back Sergiño Dest had said Reyna looked sharp on the practice fields in the lead-up to Saturday's game.

"I'm happy that he's back," Dest told reporters on Friday. "I feel like I always had a great chemistry with him, and he's doing well. So I hope he stays that way, stays physically healthy. … I hope he stays with the team."

Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily!

Get more from the United States Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more