Julian Hall, the 18-year-old Red Bull New York striker, just dropped jaws across international soccer, etching his name into the USMNT record books with a second-half equalizer in a thrilling 4-2 win against Chile on Tuesday night at St. Louis CITY SC’s Energizer Park. This kid is absolutely electric, making history in only his second match for the national team.
Unbelievable History-Making Streak
Hall’s equalizer wasn’t just another goal; it was a moment for the ages. He became the youngest USMNT player ever to score in back-to-back matches, a truly incredible feat for someone so new to the international stage. Think about that: two games, two goals, and a new record already. He also joined an elite group, becoming just the 13th player in program history to score in each of his first two caps. The goal itself was pure class, too. He rose like a salmon near the penalty spot, connecting with Gio Reyna’s cross, and flicked a header perfectly into the side netting. Just clutch.
RBNY’s Breakout Star Is Shining Bright
This isn’t just a flash in the pan either; Hall is absolutely tearing it up in what’s being called his breakout 2026 season for both club and country. He’s been absolutely vital for his boyhood club, Red Bull New York, leading them in goal contributions with an insane 10 goals and 5 assists. That kind of production earned him a well-deserved 2026 MLS All-Star selection! His USMNT debut was just as impactful, coming in as a super sub against Peru on Saturday. He scored and assisted off the bench in a dominant 4-1 friendly victory, immediately showing everyone what he can do. His RBNY teammate, Adri Mehmeti, another teenage phenom who also debuted against Peru and started against Chile, was right there with him, celebrating this milestone moment on Tuesday night.
This kid is on fire, and he’s not slowing down. Hall’s performance against Chile, fresh off his debut heroics against Peru, screams “future star.” He’s already an MLS All-Star and leading RBNY in goal contributions. If he keeps this pace, it’s gonna be a wild ride watching this young talent explode onto the scene for the USMNT.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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