The USA will have to play to survive in the Olympics when it battles New Zealand in the second match of the men's tournament in Paris. After falling to France in their opener, they are last in the group. A loss to the Kiwis would all but ensure a group-stage exit. A win, however, would keep their chances of advancing alive heading into the final game of group play.
Lawrence Dockery is a sports journalist who specializes in covering soccer in the United States. He writes for World Soccer Talk and BVM Sports, focusing on topics such as national team matches, college soccer, and attendance and TV ratings in the sport. Lawrence provides in-depth analysis and previews of games, as well as insights into the growth and popularity of soccer in the country.