The US was supposed to beat Wales and lose to England. Neither happened, but Gregg Berhalter's squad still control its own World Cup destiny.
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The US were disappointed by having to settle for a draw with Wales, but they're refusing to dwell on that discontent.
Goalkeeper Matt Turner said the US will need to be wary of Arsenal teammate Bukayo Saka when taking on England on Friday.
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Spain teen Gavi became the third-youngest goal scorer in World Cup history, and youngest since Brazil legend Pele in 1958, against Costa Rica.
FIFA opened an investigation into potentially discriminatory chants heard from Mexico fans during their World Cup-opening 0-0 draw against Poland.