What happened: Despite his controversial eligibility, Flo Balogun was mostly a non-factor during the World Cup knockout stage. The forward won a free kick that led to the lone American goal, but was otherwise neutralized by the opposing defense.

Why it matters: The quiet outing ended a turbulent week that saw his initial suspension overturned by international authorities. The 4-1 defeat on home soil marks another early exit for the program.

What to watch: The federation will begin evaluating its performance as players return to their respective club teams.