December 16, 2022 Issue

Doha, Qatar Supporters of the U.S. Men’s National Team dejectedly mourn after their players are knocked out of the FIFA World Cup on December 3 by the Netherlands at the Khalifa International Stadium. The round of 16 match ended 3-1, with the U.S. squad’s goal coming in the 76th minute thanks to Haji Wright. A lack of experience and finishing might have been the U.S.’ downfall this year, but with the second-youngest team in the competition, hope abounds for them at the 2026 World Cup in North America.