USA Player Ratings vs Iran: Pulisic Electric for the US

In a hard-fought performance, Christian Pulisic's first-half goal saw the United States overcome Iran and advance to the Round of 16. Once again, the Americans dominated the first half, but a poor second half nearly saw the underdogs find a late equalizer. Despite allowing several late chances, the backline was in fine form, and the American forwards ran wild against the Iranian defense.

Rapinoe-Lavelle! U.S.A. Retain Women World Cup Title

The Women World Cup speaks American again. The U.S. retained the world title conquered four years ago in Canada by topping European Champions Netherlands 2-0 in the Final played on Sunday in Lyon. The USWNT, coached by Jill Ellis, triumphed via a penalty by their influential captain Megan Rapinoe, and a sharp left-foot shot by Rose Lavelle.