Tyler Adams says United States have shown they can compete with the best at the World Cup and warned Netherlands not to underestimate them.
Gregg Berhalter’s side, the youngest in the tournament, take on Louis van Gaal’s team on Saturday in the first of the knockout-stage matches. USA have conceded just once in Qatar - a Gareth Bale penalty in their opening game - and shut out England in their second group-stage encounter.
They booked their last-16 place with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Iran and captain Adams said they are ready to spring a surprise when they face Netherlands. “A lot of teams who play against us are favourites,” said Leeds midfielder Adams. “That doesn’t mean anything.
