It was a good draw for us. Sloppily played by the USA. There were far too many misplayed through-balls, poor diagonal runs, and weak shots on goal. The goal by Dempsey had no right going in; when you're in form, thought, it just happens sometimes. However, Jozy Altidore's breathtaking run in space should have been a goal. So I'm happy with a draw.

Nearly wet myself when Howard went down. Without him, the US is cooked.

BTW, if anyone is looking for a US soccer bar in MSP, the new Kieran's at Block E is fantastic. I'll be there for the next two games (9am, but what the heck, right?).