In the second round of Group B action, the U.S. initially held a one-goal lead, but the game took a turn for the worse when Bale equalized in the 36th minute. In the second half, Wales launched a fierce attack, and in the 82nd minute, a controversial foul in the penalty area, the referee decided to award a penalty kick to Bale, making the score 1-1. Although the U.S. team's possession of the ball was up to nearly 60%, and the number of shots on goal was not similar to that of the Welsh team, the quality of both sides' shots was half a catty, with the U.S. team taking six shots on goal, and the Welsh team taking seven shots on goal, while the U.S. team's only effective shots on goal were fortunate, and the U.S. team was able to get a goal. The two sides were tied at half-time.
Meanwhile, the third highlight of the Group A matches was equally exciting. The new African champions failed to break the deadlock as the Dutch defeated Senegal 2-0 with some excellent play. Although Senegal didn't have a super striker in their team, their defense was exceptionally solid, and the number of shots on goal was even 15-10 ahead of the Netherlands, but unfortunately it was inefficient. In the final moments of the match, the Netherlands capitalized on their chances. In the 84th minute, De Jong sent a precise pass from the left side, and in front of Senegalese goalkeeper Mendy's header, Klaassen's unstoppable follow-up shot completely shattered the Senegalese defense.
