The USMNT has been eliminated from the 2022 World Cup after falling to the Netherlands 3-1 in the Round of 16.

Honestly, there’s really not much to say about the match besides that the USMNT missed way too many opportunities to find the back of the net. Christian Pulisic missed an easy goal at the very start of the match which was followed by multiple other chances to get back into the match against the Netherlands. 

Christian Pulisic Nightmare Fuel

The USMNT fell behind 2-0 at the half thanks to goals from Memphis Depay and Daley Blind, both of which came off defensive breakdowns. The Americans managed to pull a goal back in the 76th minute thanks to Christian Pulisic’s corner kick getting recycled and his cross hit Haji Wright on the back of the leg, resulting in a wild bounce that found the back of the net.

Haji Wright Goal, Pulisic Assist to cut Netherlands lead to 2-1

Originally tweeted by The Liberty Line (@LibertyLinePHL) on December 3, 2022.

The United States has been eliminated in the Round of 16 for the fourth time in five opportunities. 

Despite the ugly loss and the fact that we never give out moral victories in America, the USMNT has a lot of positives to take away from the 2022 World Cup. This is a program that had to completely rebuild after failing to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. They are very young with an average age of 25 years old and are extremely talented. 

17-of-26 players on the USMNT are playing in Europe and five of them are playing in the Champions League this season. Pulisic specifically, was on the Chelsea team that won the Champions League in 2021. 

Christian Pulisic – 2022 World Cup

• 1 goal
• 2 assists
• 2x MOTM 
• 9 key passes
• 11 fouls won

The future is extremely bright for the Golden Generation of the U.S. Soccer. with a very young group of players that will continue to grow together and be ready for the 2026 World Cup when it returns to North America. 

Ages of Key USMNT Players for 2026 World Cup on U.S. Soil

• Christian Pulisic – 27
• Brenden Aaronson – 25
• Tyler Adams — 27
• Weston McKennie – 27
• Yunus Musah – 23
• Gio Reyna – 23
• Sergiño Dest – 25
• Tim Weah – 26

	DRAFTKINGS	Bet $5, Get $200 FREE	BET NOW
	BETMGM	Bet $10 Get $200 FREE	BET NOW
	POINTSBET	$2,000 SECOND CHANCE	BET NOW
	FANDUEL	NO SWEAT FIRST BET $1000	BET NOW
	UNIBET	$500 RISK FREE	BET NOW
	BETWAY	$1,000 RISK FREE	BET NOW
	FOXBET	$50 RISK FREE	BET NOW