US Men Lose to Germany but Feel Confident Heading Into World Cup | Chattanooga Times Free Press
Kai Havertz and Leroy Sané scored for Germany, which held off a U.S. squad that used a near-full World Cup lineup.
- On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the U.S. Men's National Team fell 2-1 to Germany in a friendly at Soldier Field in Chicago before a crowd of 63,636.
- Germany took an early lead in the 2nd minute when Kai Havertz headed in a free kick from Joshua Kimmich, but Antonee Robinson equalized for the USMNT in the 37th minute.
- Leroy Sane restored the German lead in the 57th minute following a buildup involving Jamal Musiala and Havertz, with the goal ultimately deciding the match.
- U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino utilized substitutions in the 62nd minute to manage player fitness and avoid injury risks ahead of the upcoming World Cup competition.
- The USMNT now shifts focus to their World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 12, seeking to improve after failing to defeat a European opponent since 2021.
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