The United States men's soccer team secured a crucial 4-1 victory over New Zealand at the Olympics, reviving their chances of advancing to the knockout round. Djordje Mihailovic converted an early penalty, followed by goals from Walker Zimmerman and Gianluca Busio, establishing a 3-0 lead within the first half. Paxten Aaronson added a fourth goal in the second half, while New Zealand managed a late consolation goal. This win positions the U.S. second in Group A, needing a win against Guinea in their final match to ensure progression to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2000. In rugby, the U.S. team also kept its medal hopes alive with a 33-17 win over Uruguay, fueled by Perry Baker's four tries. Both teams demonstrated resilience, with the soccer team bouncing back from a previous loss and the rugby team overcoming a shaky start in their pool play.