The New York Red Bulls‘ teenage forward Julian Hall is now cap-tied to the United States men’s national team, after starting Saturday’s Concacaf Nations League quarterfinal matchup against Haiti.
Hall was born in New York City but holds dual U.S. and Polish citizenship, and has been seen wearing the name “Zakrzewski” on the back of his jersey in a nod to his Polish mother.
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Speaking to ESPN in August, Hall gave no indication as to which direction he was leaning.
“I have two great nationalities that have been interested,” Hall said.
But Saturday’s appearance officially put an end to speculation that he could suit up for Poland.
FIFA rules state that a player is only committed to a nation once they have appeared in a competitive game, defined as “a competition for representative teams organized by FIFA or any confederation,” for which friendlies do not count. The Concacaf Nations League falls under the category of a competitive game.
Hall was called into the USMNT for a quartet of friendly games in the Septemrber-October window against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, and delivered some impressive performances. He scored three goals and added one assist over the four matches, including the opener in the USMNT’s 3-0 win over rivals Mexico.
After making his professional debut in 2023, Hall enjoyed a breakout season with the Red Bulls and has 13 goals and five assists in 33 MLS appearances.
