Hi

I agree with the majority here who found this to be a great match in all aspects of entertaining, exciting and skilful football.

I agree with Michael about the game mirroring England v Italy in respect of clean play and sportsmanship. Credit to both USA and Belgium for providing this showpiece in this World Theatre.

I found myself not wishing either side to lose but I was glad that it was won in extra time and not have to go to penalties. Nor would I have liked to have seen it decided on corners.

For me in chorus with others here I would pick out Tim Howard as the Man of the Match. Of course it came as no surprise to me as I have watched him many times when he played for Manchester United. He was excellent when he was at United but he has improved as he has matured and now must be one of the best in the World.

After the second goal by another Everton player Lukaku I thought USA were dead and buried. Not a bit of it; they took a real deep breath and they went for it. Fantastic. Belgium buckled and I know they were very glad to hear the final whistle go.

Another USA player that took my eye was Michael Bradley. I can't understand some of the criticisms that have been mentioned here. Last night he was a great leader and led from the front. Fantastic engine a a great distributor of the ball.

I hope there will be more games like this.

One thing is certain; USA can be proud of it's team and I am sure they will get even better.

I sure hope so. We need more teams like this.

Belgium of course go forward and I wish them well in the next round. I think they will be hard to beat....but not many will come as close to doing so as the USA.

Regards

MikeL2