U.S. Gets Tough Soccer Draw

The United States was matched with a difficult group in the draw for the Olympic soccer tournament, winding up with games against co-favorite Argentina, Portugal and Tunisia.

The United States opens against Argentina on July 20 at Birmingham, Ala., then plays Tunisia at Birmingham two days later. The Americans play Portugal at Washington’s RFK Stadium on July 24. The top two teams advance to the quarterfinals of the 16-team tournament.