The US can’t keep up with Belgium for talent, but they have probably been the better team after three matches. Strong games from Fabian Johnson and Damarcus Beasley are key to an American victory on Tuesday.
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Player Ratings: USA 0-1 Germany
With Portugal and Ronaldo getting the job done against Ghana, the US played a cautious game of damage limitation and in the end results dictated that they never needed to mount a serious attack.
World Cup Recap: USMNT 0–1 Germany
On a very soggy night in Recife, the U.S. held a dynamic German team at bay, and while they lost the match, 1–0, Portugal’s 2–1 win over Ghana sent them through to the next round of the World Cup.
World Cup Preview: USMNT v Germany
Have you shaken off that Portugal game yet? You’d best hope the U.S. team has, because Germany’s next.
Player Ratings: USA 2-2 Portugal
The US was the better team on the night, but serious mistakes at the start and end of the match forced them to accept a 2-2 draw against Portugal.
World Cup Preview: USA v Portugal
While this game hinges on the health of a certain Cristiano Ronaldo, the U.S. outlook is positive.