USMNT Defeats New Zealand 4-1 at Olympics

The USA Men's Olympic Football Team achieved a historic 4-1 victory over New Zealand at the Paris Olympics, marking their first four-goal match in Olympic history and a critical rebound from a 3-0 loss to France. Djordje Mihailovic scored the opening penalty in the eighth minute, followed by goals from Walker Zimmerman, Gianluca Busio, and Paxten Aaronson, showcasing a dominant performance. The win positions the USA for a chance to advance from the group stage for the first time since 2000, as they now face Guinea in their final group match. Despite conceding a late goal to Jesse Randall, the victory was crucial for the Americans, who are currently second in their group ahead of New Zealand. The team's resilience and offensive prowess were highlighted, particularly the contributions from players like Mihailovic, Harriel, and Aaronson. Coach Marko Mitrović's unchanged lineup from the opening match proved effective, instilling confidence as they move forward in the tournament.