Historic Win: US 2 – 0 Spain

Today is a historic day for soccer in America. The US beat number one ranked Spain 2-0 and have reached the final fo FIFA’s Confederations Cup after barely qualifying for the semis. This is the first time the Americans reach a final of a FIFA tournament and they have done it in great style. The squad from Bob Bradley managed to score 2 goals and keep La Furia out going against all odds.

The US took advantage of Spain’s I-am-already-thinking-of-playing-Brazil-in-the-final attitude and played strong football, especially on the defensive side. US goalie Howard had a terrific match, Landon Donovan was everywhere in the pitch, and Jozy Altidore did exactly what he was supposed to. They all managed to keep a very balanced first half and even had some breathing time after scoring the first goal.

Were they able to hold the 1-0 result?

On the second half, Spain started with total pressure and had some great shots on goal. But sometimes the Gods of football decide that shots are not going in. Spain’s did not. And like the old saying says, the one who doesn’t score gets scored. And even playing a very defensive game, the Americans managed to score a second goal with Dempsey after a cross from Donovan.

Spain breaks its 35 consecutive victories and goes home with a bitter taste of life. US will face the winner of tomorrow’s other semi-final between Brazil and South Africa.

A team that has been so criticized for it’s game (I include myself on that) has proved that in football sometimes the best will not win and nothing can be predicted. The US did exactly what needed to be done in order to beat a strong team like Spain.

Isn’t football a beautiful sport?

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