In the first game of the 1999 Nike U.S. Cup, the U.S. defeated Guatemala 3–1. Coming into the match, seven of the U.S. starters had five or less caps.
The United States' victory in their first game at the 1999 Nike U.S. Cup was a notable achievement, as they defeated Guatemala 3–1. It's also worth noting that seven of the U.S. team's starting players had relatively little international experience, with only five or fewer caps.