USMNT loses final World Cup tune-up to Germany 2-1
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The U.S. men’s national team lost 2-1 to Germany in their final pre-World Cup friendly at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday. Germany took an early lead in the second minute on a free header by Kai Havertz, and Leroy Sane scored in the 57th minute. Antonee Robinson scored the USMNT’s only goal. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino said the early goal was “lucky” because it allowed the team to show a positive reaction. The loss means the USMNT enters the World Cup with a losing record against European sides, having scored four goals and conceded 15 in five matches under Pochettino against European opponents. The team’s World Cup opener against Paraguay is six days away at SoFi Stadium in the Los Angeles suburbs.
What’s reported
Germany defeated the USMNT 2-1 at Soldier Field in Chicago.
Kai Havertz scored in the second minute; Leroy Sane scored in the 57th minute.
Antonee Robinson scored the USMNT’s goal.
Germany had 12 shots totaling 1.47 expected goals; the USMNT had 16 shots totaling 0.99 expected goals.
Under Pochettino, the USMNT has lost all five matches against European sides, with 4 goals scored and 15 conceded.
The USMNT’s World Cup opener against Paraguay is six days away at SoFi Stadium.
Defender Chris Richards is still battling back from an ankle injury.
Pochettino selected Malik Tillman in the midfield, citing his performance in a Champions League game between Bayer Leverkusen and PSV.
Open questions
The article does not specify the exact nature or severity of Antonee Robinson’s cramps or injury.
Key figures
Mauricio Pochettino, USMNT head coach
Kai Havertz, Germany player
Leroy Sane, Germany player
Antonee Robinson, USMNT player
Tim Ream, USMNT captain
Malik Tillman, USMNT player
Tyler Adams, USMNT player
Chris Richards, USMNT defender
Sources: CBS Sports
