The goals for the US team came from Benjamin Cremataci (minutes 2, 4, 37), Nolan Norris (35, 44), Nico Tsakiris (7), Francis Westfield (28), Taha Habroun (68), and Cole Campbell (73).

New Caledonia’s sole goal was scored by Wabi Simani in the 70th minute.

With this win, the US team topped Group E standings with 3 points, while New Caledonia remained scoreless.

In the other match of the same group, France defeated South Africa 2-1 in the city of Rancagua.

The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, qualify for the round of 16.

Group E standings after the first round:

• United States of America – 3 points
• France – 3 points
• South Africa – 0 points
• New Caledonia – 0 points