The USMNT welcomed back Tyler Adams to the action on Thursday, and Yunus Musah sent his midfield partner a touching message after the 3-1 win.

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• USMNT get past Jamaica 3-1
• Adams makes long-awaited return
• Musah sends heartwarming message

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Fans may have been frustrated at the manner of the victory over Jamaica, but there was still lots to celebrate on Thursday night. Aside from reaching the CONCACAF Nations League final for the second successive season, the United States welcomed back Adams to the fold in what was his first international appearance since the 2022 World Cup. Musah, who was replaced by Adams after the hour mark, shared a sentiment all American fans will be feeling about the Bournemouth man's return.

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• WHAT MUSAH SAID

  The AC Milan midfielder wrote on his Instagram story: "We missed you bro".

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Adams' return certainly was a momentous occasion, even if he was brought off again during extra time in order to manage his minutes. The family of the Bournemouth midfielder were also in attendance at AT&T Stadium – including his infant son Jax – as they celebrated a huge day in the recovery from his hamstring injury. Adams had been consigned to just 20 minutes of football for Bournemouth this term, until he made an appearance off the bench in their 4-3 comeback win over Luton last weekend.

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• WHAT NEXT FOR THE USMNT?

  Berhalter's decision to substitute a substitute suggests Adams almost certainly won't be starting in the final against Mexico on Sunday, with Musah likely to retain his place. The USMNT will be going up against their 2026 World Cup co-hosts in a bid to win their third Nations League crown.

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