Ultimately, the 2-0 scoreline held until the final whistle. Though the United States Team created several chances in the second half, none found the back of the net. The Czech Republic Team had parked the bus far too deep. If a viewer had tuned in late and only watched the second half, they might have assumed the United States was the one in the lead. But a loss was a loss.
Although Alina had anticipated this outcome before the match, it was still somewhat hard to swallow. He had been aiming for a draw. Now, this defeat essentially signaled the United States Team's elimination from the group stage. Barring a miracle—like completely toppling Italy—they were doomed. Then again, this was the Group of Death; unexpected upsets were always a possibility.
