Here's everything you need to know about today's USMNT WorldCup game against the Netherlands — a game the U.S. can absolutely win. williamfleitch writes
A big question is whether the U.S. will back off the semi-attacking style it employed against Iran, a team it had to score against to advance. Anchored by Arsenal keeper Matt Turner, the U.S. showed how well they can defend through the group stage, and while they are younger and theoretically able to run more than the Oranje, USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter has been hesitant to make substitutions, which could mean heavy legs on Saturday.
as they have in past tournaments, or aggressively controlling the pace of play as they did against England, in what was without question the best game they’ve played in Qatar.World Cup penalty shots are the most nerve-shredding thing on Earth. If the game comes to that, the rest of your day will essentially be over no matter the outcome.A victory would get the USMNT to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002, and only the third time ever .
But, you know: Gravy is really good! Which means you need to get out there Saturday morning and lose your mind. You might find yourself in one of these videos someday: Seriously: There is nothing quite like being at a crowded bar when the USMNT scores a goal; it’s one of the greatest of all American sports-fan experiences. The Women’s World Cup is next year, so you’ll get to do it then. But as for the men, if you miss out this time, you’ve got to wait four years to do it again.
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