USMNT thrash New Zealand to clinch first points at Paris 2024 Olympics

• Group A: New Zealand 1-4 USA
• Result lifts Americans into second place in group
• Day-by-day guide | Live schedule, medal table, results

Djordje Mihailovic converted a penalty as the United States pounced early in a 4-1 victory over New Zealand on Saturday to stave off possible elimination at the Olympics.

A loss in Marseille could have ended the American men’s chance to advance to the knockout round in just their second Olympic appearance. The US had lost 3-0 to France in their Group A opener.