Group C - Matchday 1

ENGLAND vs. USA 2-2 (1-1)

Group C derby as most people would say brought together the two English talking countries in a historical encounter. England started in the position of slight favorites, but the matched proved everybody wrong. It was a close first half in which none of the teams could show their superiority. 1-1 was the score at half time with strikes from Gerrard, from just outside the box and DaMarcus Beasley just before the half time whistle. It was then USA's turn to take the lead after a speedy charge from Jozy Altidore that anded with an impossible to miss pass in front of the goal to landon Donovan. John Terry's header from corner switched the game to a draw and despite the offensive charges from both sides, the match ended 2-2.