Aaron Long started for the United States Men's National Team on Thursday night, helping them hold a clean sheet in a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in an international friendly.

Long played the full 90 at centerback, alongside former teammate Tyler Adams, who started at right back.

It was the third-straight clean sheet for the team with Long starting at centerback.

Columbus Crew SC forward Gyasi Zardes scored in the 81st minute off a deflection to put USMNT ahead.

Long and the MNT next play on Tuesday, March 26 vs. Chile at 7:55 p.m.