England have still never beaten the USA at a FIFA World Cup after being held to a 0-0 draw in their second group game in Qatar.
Friday’s stalemate kept the USA unbeaten in Group B with two points but Gregg Berhalter’s side must beat Iran in their final group game in order to progress to the round of 16.
England also still have work to do. They must beat Wales in order to be sure of winning Group B but they can only be eliminated if they lose by four or more goals.
England named an unchanged starting XI for the first time in 53 matches on Friday.
Gareth Southgate was likely hoping to see his team replicate the high-energy start that resulted in them scoring three first-half goals in Monday’s 6-2 win over Iran.
But England were unable to gain control during the opening 45 minutes, in which the first two big chances were created by their opponents.
Weston McKennie missed a golden opportunity to give his side a shock lead on 26 minutes when he scooped his shot off target after a whipped cross from Timothy Weah.