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11 Strange Chapters in America’s World Cup History Nobody Talks About

7. The 2010 Landon Donovan Miracle

7. The 2010 Landon Donovan Miracle
Landon Donovan’s stoppage-time goal against Algeria epitomizes U.S. soccer resilience in 2010.

In the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Landon Donovan scored a dramatic stoppage-time goal against Algeria, securing a 1-0 victory for the United States and advancing them to the knockout stage. This moment, often referred to as the “Miracle in Pretoria,” was a testament to the team’s resilience and Donovan’s clutch performance. Despite its significance, the goal is sometimes overshadowed by other World Cup events, leading to its occasional oversight in discussions of U.S. soccer history (espn.com).

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