Weston McKennie stormed the field to make the celebrations which accompanied Tim Weah’s latest goal for Juventus an All-American affair.
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United States internationals starring in TurinEnjoyed convincing cup win on home soilDelighting in the success of one anotherWHAT HAPPENED?
One United States international stepped off the bench for the Bianconeri to find the target in spectacular style during a 6-1 Coppa Italia win over Salernitana. Weah crashed home a stunning effort in stoppage-time time to wrap up a resounding success.
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McKennie spent the evening stuck on the bench, with Massimiliano Allegri opting against handing him more minutes. The 25-year-old midfielder was, however, still able to spend time on the field as he made a point of celebrating with his international colleague.
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McKennie was on hand to offer Weah a celebratory hug after seeing him hit the back of the net, with the USMNT stars enjoying productive 2023-24 campaigns on collective and individual levels. They became club colleagues in the summer of 2023 when Weah moved to Italy and McKennie returned to Turin from a difficult loan spell at Leeds.
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Weah and McKennine have been direct rivals for starting berths at times – as Allegri uses them as right wing-backs – with both catching the eye for a Juventus side that remains in contention for Serie A title and Coppa Italia glory.