United States returned to the World Cup in 2014, looking to improve on their 2010 knockout-round exit. Under Jürgen Klinsmann, they were ready to write the next chapter.
United States's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short.
United States experienced an inconsistent group stage, mixing moments of promise with frustrating setbacks. In the knockout rounds, they were narrowly knocked out by Belgium in the Round of 16. The narrowest of defeats against Belgium ended what had been a promising tournament run.
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Just 1 win in 4 matches.
Clint Dempsey led United States's attack with 2 goals at the 2014 World Cup.
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The tactical mind behind United States's 2014 campaign. Managed 2 nations at World Cups 11 World Cup matches managed in total.
The USMNT focused on quick counterattacks and direct plays, but struggled with set pieces against top European opponents.
