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As you commented, the US is good enough to challenge the upperdogs. The US, however, is only an upperdog compared to their opponents in the next two matches. I still believe that they are a step behind the best teams (which is a compliment). They will need to have an aggressive, attacking style to win against the underdogs. If their approach is to "not lose", they might just do so (lose).
The key to beating the teams above you is to play like you have nothing to lose AND have a great goalie and a little luck.
The key to beating the teams below you is to play with confidence and agressively, never letting the underdog think that they can compete with you. Never let them start believing in themselves...keep them looking up to you. This is similar to me beating my son in one-on-one bball until he "figures out" that he can take me. Btw, it is starting to happen.