Major League Soccer

·6 June 2026

By Jaime Uribarri

The United States Men's National Team concluded their 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations with a 2-1 loss to Germany at Soldier Field on Saturday.

The four-time World Cup winners made an immediate impact, taking the lead in just the second minute through a well-placed header from Kai Havertz following a set-piece delivery.

Despite the early blow, the Americans responded brilliantly. Antonee Robinson produced a remarkable equaliser, unleashing a thunderous volley from outside the penalty area that struck the crossbar before finding the back of the net.

With momentum shifting towards the hosts, Germany regained control midway through the second half. Leroy Sané netted the decisive goal in the 57th minute, slotting past New York City FC goalkeeper Matt Freese into the bottom left corner.

Next up for the USMNT is their World Cup campaign, beginning with a Group D clash against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday night.

2' - GER - Kai Havertz

37' - USA - Antonee Robinson

57' - GER - Leroy Sané

THE BIG PICTURE: With the warm-up matches done, the focus now shifts to the main event – the FIFA World Cup. Following a victory over Senegal and a competitive showing against Germany, the USMNT can approach their home tournament with growing confidence and belief in achieving something special this summer.

MOMENT OF THE MATCH: Antonee Robinson’s spectacular volley was a moment of pure brilliance, combining technique and power to bring the crowd to its feet.

MAN OF THE MATCH: Kai Havertz earns the honours after contributing both the opening goal and the assist for Sané’s winner.