After the USMNT’s dispiriting loss to Argentina, Scott Pugh says that soccer’s problems in the US come down to culture.
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Copa America semifinal recap: USMNT 0–4 Argentina
The US was soundly defeated by Argentina on Tuesday night, 4–0, with Lionel Messi getting a goal and two assists, and Gonzalo Higuain scoring a brace. The US couldn’t get close to the Argentines, who looked every inch the best team in the world.
Copa America semifinal preview: USMNT v Argentina
The US finally won a so-called “big game” and is into the semifinals of a major tournament. For all the caveats one might want to bring up, it’s undeniably a significant achievement for the US and for Jurgen Klinsmann.
Copa America: SEBA-International Projections through June 19
Updated Copa America Centenario SEBA projections ahead of the start of semifinal play.
“It’s a blow”: Nogs departs, Union prepare for NYCFC, US advances to Copa semis, more
Earnie Stewart on Vincent Nogueira’s departure. US tops Ecuador to advance to Copa America semifinals. More news.
Copa America recap: USA 2-1 Ecuador
The United States earned a semifinal berth in the Copa America Centenario, toppling Ecuador 2-1 in a contentious match in Seattle.