U.S. Men's Soccer Team Reaches Olympic Quarterfinals

The USA men's Olympic soccer team has advanced to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2000, after finishing second in Group A. They achieved this by defeating New Zealand 4-1 and Guinea 2-0, despite an initial loss to France. The upcoming quarterfinal match against Morocco will take place on August 2 in Paris, where a winner must be determined on the day, potentially through extra time or penalties. Historically, the U.S. men’s soccer team has struggled at the Olympics, with this being only their second time advancing past the group stage since the format changed in 1992. Coach Marko Mitrovic has emphasized the team's commitment, reflecting a positive change in the team's performance. The U.S. hopes to continue its momentum and potentially secure a medal in the tournament.