The USA produced an assured display to beat Iran 1-0 and reach the last 16 of the World Cup. Draws against Wales and England left Gregg Berhalter and his side in control of their own destiny, but they needed three points against Iran – which they duly got at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar.
Christian Pulisic’s goal just before half time gave the USMNT a deserved victory, although the Chelsea star injured himself in the process and had to be taken off before the second half started. It means the USA will face the Netherlands in the next round. Iran are out, having failed to produce anything of note in the attacking third on the night.
England top Group B having beatean Wales 3-0 in their final game, with USA second, Iran third and Rob Page’s side bottom. See how this game unfolded on Standard Sport’s live blog below.
