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England held to 0-0 draw against US in World Cup clash NHK

In the men's FIFA World Cup, powerhouse England was aiming to reach the knockout stage but was held to a goalless draw by the United States at Al Bayt Stadium on Friday.

England opened their group stage campaign with a dominating performance against Iran but were frustrated by the US squad.

The United States came close in the first half when Christian Pulisic rattled the crossbar. The US had more chances than their opponents but were hampered by the persistent England defense.

England's captain Harry Kane had a chance to win it in stoppage time but his header went wide.
He admitted it was not the best performance.
The draw left his team on top in Group B, still likely to advance to the final 16.
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Men's FIFA World Cup: England and USA draw at Al Bayt Stadium, with neither team scoring. England, despite a strong start against Iran, struggled against the US defense, which had more chances. The US came close in the first half, with Christian Pulisic hitting the crossbar. England's captain
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Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20221126_13/

Date: Nov. 26, 2022

Created: 2022/11/26 12:59

Updated: 2025/12/09 11:10

Last Read: 2022/11/26 21:55