In a crucial match to avoid elimination, the United States men's soccer team showcased their resilience with an impressive 4-1 victory over New Zealand at the Olympics. The win keeps their hopes alive for advancing to the knockout round in the Paris Olympics 2024.

After suffering a frustrating 3-0 defeat to France in their Group A opener, the Americans came out with determination. Djordje Mihailovic calmly converted a penalty in the eighth minute, giving the US an early lead. The penalty was awarded after Nathan Harriel was brought down inside the box by Matthew Garbett.

Within minutes, Walker Zimmerman, one of the US's overage players, extended the lead to 2-0. Zimmerman capitalized on a goalmouth scramble following a free kick, slotting the ball into the net. The dominant start to the match set the tone for the American team's attacking display.

Gianluca Busio added to the American surge by finding the back of the net at the half-hour mark. Busio's goal came from a rebound, and he celebrated with teammate Kevin Paredes, showcasing their camaraderie on the field. The US continued to assert their dominance, creating several scoring opportunities.

In the 58th minute, Paxten Aaronson put the icing on the cake for the United States, scoring the fourth goal of the match. New Zealand managed to avoid a shutout when Jesse Randall scored a late consolation goal, but it was not enough to derail the American side.

Prior to this match, New Zealand had placed themselves in a strong position to advance with their 2-1 victory over Guinea. However, the comprehensive win by the United States propelled them into second place in Group A on goal difference, with France leading the group with six points.

The United States will now face Guinea in their final group match, which will take place on Tuesday in Saint-Etienne. New Zealand, on the other hand, will face the table-toppers, France, in Marseille. The top two teams from the group will advance to the next round, increasing the stakes for these upcoming matches.

The Americans have redeemed themselves after a disappointing start to their Olympic campaign. With an outstanding performance against New Zealand, they have instilled confidence within their squad and fans alike. The team will look to carry this momentum forward as they aim to secure a spot in the knockout stages of the Paris Olympics 2024.