What happened in the Italy vs USA WBC clash? Is Team USA eliminated? WBC quarterfinal scenarios explained Team USA is not yet eliminated, but their fate depends on Wednesday's Italy vs Mexico matchup (7 PM ET). If Mexico win and score 5+ runs in nine innings, Mexico and USA advance (via tiebreaker on runs allowed per out). If Mexico win scoring 4 or fewer runs, Mexico and Italy advance; USA is out.
Source: Mint March 11, 2026 16:38 UTC