United States v England (1950 FIFA World Cup) a first-round encounter in the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which ended in a 1–1 tie. United States v England (1950 FIFA World Cup) The United States defeated England 1–0 on 29 June 1950, in a group match of the 1950 FIFA World Cup at Estádio Independência in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. The result is notable as one of the biggest shocks in the tournament's history. Before the game, England were heavy favorites against a hastily assembled U.S. team, which was composed of part-time players. The game's only goal was scored by the U.S.'s Haitian-born center forward Joe Gaetjens. This game and
1950 FIFA World Cup squads coach: Milorad Arsenijević Head coach: Octavio Vial Head coach: Guillermo Eizaguirre Head coach: Walter Winterbottom Head coach: Arturo Bucciardi Head coach: William Jeffrey Head coach: George Raynor Head coach: Ferruccio Novo Head coach: Manuel Fleitas Solich Head coach: Juan López Head coach: Mario Pretto Each national team had to submit a squad of 22 players. All the teams included 2 goalkeepers, except Switzerland, Spain, Sweden and Italy who called three. Jorge 'George' Robledo of Newcastle United was the only player to play for a club outside of his country in the tournament. 1950 FIFA World Cup squads Below are the