World Cup Group B: What do England, Iran, USA and Wales need to qualify for the round of 16?
In Group B, everything is still at stake on the last day of the game, as all four teams still have chances of reaching the round of 16.
England could have sealed their fate against the USA on Matchday 2 but a superb display from the Americans frustrated the Three Lions and means they still have work to do against Wales on Tuesday night.
Here’s how the four teams in Group B can advance to the Round of 16 at the 2022 World Cup.
England
England at the World Cup so far
After an excellent performance at the start of the tournament, England suffered disappointment against the USA on Friday night.
The Three Lions’ 6-2 win over Iran was followed by a boring draw reminiscent of the boring draw against Scotland at Euro 2020. Nevertheless, Gareth Southgate’s side are in a good position to qualify for the last 16.
What does England need?
England will finish Group B first with a win and are sure to advance with a draw. Even a draw would be enough to win Group B if the US beat Iran at the same time.
Only in the event of a heavy defeat against Wales (three or more goals) will England face an early elimination.
United States
The USA at the World Cup so far
On Matchday 1, the USMNT impressed with their first-half performance against Wales, but the Americans gave up control after the restart and were eventually leveled by Gareth Bale’s late penalty.
An ominous encounter against England awaited on Matchday 2, but thanks to a clever plan by Gregg Berhalter, the USA were able to slow Southgate’s side. In a boring 0-0 draw, they were the better team.
What does the US need to move forward?
Simple: the US must beat Iran to qualify.
Iran
Iran at the World Cup so far
Politics has been at the forefront of the World Cup in Iran so far and that has no doubt played a role in the poor showing against England on Matchday 1.
After losing 6-2 and threatening elimination, Carlos Queiroz’s side put in a fantastic performance against Wales, which ended in a 2-0 win thanks to two added-time goals.
What does Iran need?
A win against the USA is enough for Iran to qualify. Even a draw on Matchday 3 would do if Wales don’t beat England.
A loss means elimination.
Wales
Wales at the World Cup so far
Wales’ first World Cup appearance since 1958 began with a respectable point against the United States. After a poor start to the game, Rob Page’s men improved in the second half to earn a draw.
However, the good performance on the first day was canceled out by the miserable performance against Iran. Wales offered little and, despite a spirited defensive effort after Wayne Hennessey was sent off, suffered a deserved defeat in the closing stages.
What does Wales need?
A little miracle.
First, Wales must beat England for the first time since 1984 and hope that the other game in Group B ends in a draw.
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Source: Stern
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