Christian Pulisic has become the hero for USA once more, as his goal was enough to see off Iran in a 1-0 victory and book their place in the knockout stages of the World Cup.
The USMNT dominated what was a tense encounter, as both sides knew that qualification was at stake, but it was the United States that struck first as Pulisic bundled in Sergino Dest's headed pass. Iran barely entered the USA area during the first half, and lacked ambition.
Iran did press in the second half, but USA's defence held strong and they claimed three points while breaking their opponents hearts in the process. USA will now face Netherlands in the round of 16, and here Mirror Football discusses the main talking points from their final group match.
