On the verge of elimination from the Confederations Cup a few days ago, the United States finds itself in the final of the World Cup test event thanks to a stunning 2-0 victory over top-ranked Spain.
Goals by Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey, and superb goalkeeping by Tim Howard yesterday lifted the Americans into their first FIFA tournament final since starting play in 1916.
The shocking turnaround from first-round losses to Italy and Brazil has the United States contemplating a championship game matchup with either the mighty Brazilians or host...
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