american approbation or england execration

the end result of the game (refer to it as you choose soccer or futbol) - this match was a 1-1 tie.  the field players for both teams worked hard.  the two goalkeepers had completely different games but the result the same regardless.  
the american keeper had a stellar game and he should be proud of his performance!  although he made numerous saves throughout the game the play that stands out in my mind was in the first half.  he read the situation correctly and played it accordingly - without hesitation he sacrificed his body.  he made the save but also took the pain.  after a brief visit from the teams trainer and a few moments to gather himself he was ready to continue and in my opinion was the mvp of the match.  at the other end of the field the keeper for england experienced a misfortune that will not soon be forgotten.  the first half was nearing the end when a shot by the american offense was mishandled and in a split second his teams lead was gone.  no doubt a mistake he will feel on his back for some time.  there are numerous ways to look at it - i choose the view of God inserting his grace toward the american team into the game.  i do not believe in coincidences and feel that everything that happens or doesn't happen is meant to be.  this blogs not about that though - back to the game.
england scored their goal in the first few minutes after a great run and beautiful passing by their offense.  the american defense was just a little bit too late.
there were a handful of yellow cards given throughout the game and it was a very physical game - borderline dirty play at times.  the americans had  several good chances to put the ball in the goal but were unable to finish.  the best opportunity in my opinion was on a free kick half way into the first half.  i would refer to it as "unlucky" because it could have easily been a goal that the americans could've been proud of!
the second half was back and forth with englands offense knocking on the door quite a bit but were unable to score a second goal.  at the beginning of the second half england had a wonderful breakaway that i'm sure they would like to do over again.  the american keeper made a superb save once again.
england should have won the match 1-0 - but everything happens for a reason.