Malik Tillman’s bloody sock game rockets into US World Cup history
Summary
Malik Tillman helped the U.S. men's soccer team win 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 by scoring a free-kick goal. Despite his right boot being damaged and a bloody sock underneath, he played on and scored a rare direct free-kick goal for the U.S. at the World Cup.Key Facts
- Malik Tillman played a key role in the U.S. team's win against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- During the game, his right soccer boot was ripped after an opponent stepped on it.
- Tillman swapped only the right boot during a break and played on with a blood-stained sock.
- He scored a direct free-kick goal, helping secure the 2-0 victory.
- Tillman became only the second U.S. player to score a direct free-kick goal at a World Cup.
- The first was Eric Wynalda in 1994.
- Tillman has faced challenges breaking into the U.S. team but has improved under current coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- His teammates and coach praised his talent and important contributions.
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