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US shows fight and hunger, but loses final World Cup prep match 2-1 to Germany

US shows fight and hunger, but loses final World Cup prep match 2-1 to Germany

Summary

The US men’s soccer team lost 2-1 to Germany in their final game before the World Cup. Antonee Robinson scored for the US, but Germany scored two goals to win the match at Soldier Field in Chicago.

Key Facts

  • The match took place at Soldier Field, Chicago, with 63,636 fans attending.
  • Germany scored first and last, with Kai Havertz and Leroy Sané scoring their goals.
  • Antonee Robinson scored the US team's only goal with a strong volley.
  • The US team showed resilience despite the loss and played with determination.
  • Christian Pulisic and Sergiño Dest had difficulty making an impact due to Germany’s strong defense.
  • Germany played physically and aggressively but received no yellow cards from the referee.
  • The US team will start their World Cup group stage about a week after this game.
  • Several substitutions in the second half affected the US team's pressure and movement on the field.
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