The USA beat Egypt today 3-0, and that couple with Italy's 3-0 loss to Brazil sends the USA through to the semifinals. A lot of media seemed to eager to say that a lot of changes need to be made including the US head coach.
I thought some personnel changes were in order, at least taking out Beasley and Dempsey and letting Freddy Adu and/or Francisco Torres play. Bradley ended up replacing Beasley, and it paid off. With their backs to the wall, the States responded playing hard and with passion. I still thought Dempsey was not very effective, especially defensively, but he did fight to get the header for the 3rd goal.
Charlie Davies was a pleasant surprise, and his goal was just sticking with the play as the Egyptian defenders got in their goalies way giving Davies a loose ball on the goal line.
Next up is Spain who is arguably the best team in the world. They have scored 8 goals and conceded 0 in their first 3 games. Check out highlights from the South Africa match to to see an incredible goal by David Villa.
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