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US wins over Iran 1-0 in politically charged match, advances alongside England
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The Americans finished second in Group B and will play the Netherlands on Saturday with the chance to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.
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The knockout stage has already arrived for the United States Men's National Team at the World Cup -- they must win Tuesday in order to advance to the next round.
The Americans finished second in Group B and will play the Netherlands on Saturday with the chance to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.
This is the first time the countries have faced each other at the World Cup since 1998. This year's tournament takes place as anti-regime protests rock Iran.
The United States and Iran meet in a politically charged winner-takes-all World Cup clash on Tuesday as England aim to reach the last 16 as group winners with victory over Wales.
The U.S. has to beat Iran to advance, while Iran only has to tie. The match comes after controversy over flags, Iran's national anthem, and ongoing protests in Iran.
The United States defeated Iran 1-0 on Tuesday to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup, a meaningless international soccer competition being held in Qatar.
DOHA, Qatar - The U.S. men's national team defeated Iran 1-0 Tuesday to secure a spot in the second round of the FIFA World Cup. The lone U.S. goal was scored by Christian Pulisic late in the first half and held on to its lead to win its first game of the tournament. The U.S.
