Not even the most optimistic of USA fans would have tipped Bob Bradley's team for a place in the knockout phase after they lost both their opening games in disappointing fashion.
The Spanish can be excused for welcoming USA's unexpected presence at this late stage. After all, before the tournament started the European champions were bracing themselves for a stern semi-final test from reigning world champions Italy.
Nobody - I mean NOBODY gave USA a chance. Not only did USA beat Spain, it was a clean sheet.
USA! USA! USA!
Even though this was the semi-finals, the magnitude of this win feels like a gold medal.
Do they even play soccer in the US? Ask Spain.
The Spanish can be excused for welcoming USA's unexpected presence at this late stage. After all, before the tournament started the European champions were bracing themselves for a stern semi-final test from reigning world champions Italy.
Nobody - I mean NOBODY gave USA a chance. Not only did USA beat Spain, it was a clean sheet.
USA! USA! USA!
Even though this was the semi-finals, the magnitude of this win feels like a gold medal.
Do they even play soccer in the US? Ask Spain.