Today the US progressed, and not just to the next round of 16 in this World Cup. They progressed in the ranks of world football. Their status, their pedigree was elevated. How so? They did something that they as a nation have never done before. Something that Brazil, Argentina, Germany do in every World Cup. […]

It was a glorious day for the United States and England, who move on from the World Cup's Group C in first and second place. This weekend, they will meet Ghana and Germany, respectively – the two teams that qualify for the knockout rounds from Group D. To talk about that, and Thursday's action (Groups […]

It was a glorious day for the United States and England, who move on from the World Cup's Group C in first and second place. This weekend, they will meet Ghana and Germany, respectively – the two teams that qualify for the knockout rounds from Group D. To talk about that, and Thursday's action (Groups […]

After defeating Algeria, the United States will now play Ghana in the second round of the World Cup this Saturday at 2:30pm ET. Ghana last played the United States in a competitive tournament four years ago in the last game of the first round where the States played a very disappointing game against a strong […]

After Germany overcame Ghana in the last game of Group C today, Germany will now play England in a mouthwatering second round World Cup tie, which is scheduled for this Sunday at 10am ET. Germany is one of England's greatest rivals. The teams have played against each other many times in major tournaments including the […]

A wonderful half-volley from Mesut Ozil ensured victory for Germany, and secured a place in the round of 16 where they will face England. Despite Germany's win, they were carved open on a number of occasions by the Black Stars, but the quality of finishing was poor throughout from both sides. Philipp Lahm put in […]

Minutes after the United States's historic victory versus Algeria Wednesday in the World Cup, ESPN reporter Jeremy Schapp interviewed Landon Donovan. And before the interview could even start, Donovan covered his eyes as he cried tears of joy at an incredible late win to send the US team through to the next round. As if […]

After all the pain and suffering our National Team has gone through with bad starts, bad officiating and phantom calls for fouls, they finally got a goal that sends them to the Second Round of the World Cup and now they are sitting pretty waiting for Group D to produce an opponent. Four minutes of […]

Was that the best that England have to offer? Probably not, but it was better than the last two group stage matches in a myriad of categories. Possession, defense, passing and a more cohesive attack were all sharper from England as they continue to build on their World Cup form that, let's face it, could only get […]

For England supporters who can't get enough of seeing how England scored the goal against Slovenia today in the 2010 World Cup, here is the video replay of the goal scored by Jermain Defoe. And what a beautiful cross it was that led to the goal. Defoe got into a good position and was able […]

Well, that may not have been the most elegant game of soccer the US has ever played. It was certainly the bravest. After a game like that, long-form elegant pose are really not part of the agenda. Instead, here are some random thoughts on one of the most dramatic victories in the history of US […]

We've all been enjoying a wonderful World Cup tournament that has featured some incredible teams playing the beautiful game, but there are several improvements that need to be made to make it even better. Here are the top 7 ways to improve the World Cup: Remove the lots. To think that the fate of teams […]

Jermain Defoe is the hero in England today after he scored the only goal of the game that helped England move into the second round of the 2010 World Cup. In a game that England dominated, despite some good chances by Slovenia to equalize, Defoe's goal was what separated the sides and enabled England to […]

Landon Donovan scored a wonderful goal in injury time to beat Algeria 1-0 and to put the United States as the first place finisher in Group C. In a very tense game where the United States had numerous chances to win the game but just couldn't seem to get the ball into the back of […]

According toLa Gazzetta dello Sport andTuttomercato, the L.A. Galaxy is looking to bring David Beckham's AC Milan teammate, Ronaldinho, to Major League Soccer. You'd have to believe that the Galaxy, facing the prospect of Beckham missing most, if not all, of the season with a ruptured Achilles, would be thrilled to bring in the […]