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Matteo Politano's Late Goal Pushes Italy Past Christian Pulisic, USMNT

Italy secured a 1-0 friendly win over the United States on Tuesday at the Luminus Arena in Genk, Belgium, thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Matteo Politano.

Roberto Mancini's side dominated the first half but created few clear-cut chances. USA goalkeeper Ethan Horvath was called into action on occasion, saving well from Marco Verratti, Domenico Berardi and Leonardo Bonucci.

The second half was a similar story as Italy continued to press. Horvath saved twice from Kevin Lasagna, while Mattia De Sciglio blazed a shot over the bar as the game looked set to end goalless.

However, Politano secured victory deep into four minutes of stoppage time.