Germany edged the United States 2-1 at Soldier Field on Saturday, delivering a final warm‑up before the World Cup. Kai Havertz headed in a second‑minute opener, catching keeper Matthew Freese off guard. The US responded, pressing hard and creating chances, but could not find an equaliser before halftime.

Early in the second half Antonee Robinson unleashed a 23‑yard volley that beat Oliver Baumann, restoring parity at 1‑1. Coach Mauricio Pochettino left his lineup unchanged, trusting the momentum. Six minutes later Leroy Sané received a clever through ball and finished first‑time to retake the lead. The US missed defender Chris Richards, while Germany rested Manuel Neuer.

Attendance hit a sell‑out 63,636, echoing the stadium’s 1994 World Cup debut at Soldier Field. The loss leaves the US with a 1‑2 record heading into Group D, where they open against Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium. Germany, still seeking a deeper run after two group‑stage exits, begins in Group E versus Curaçao on June 14. Both sides now gauge form ahead of the tournament.