England 1-1 USA
Goals~ Eng: Gerrard'4; USA: Dempsey'40
MATCH SUMMARY
# Man of the Match: Emile Heskey - With all eyes on Wayne Rooney, Heskey took centre stage. A great lay-off for the opener, his physical strength caused the USA defence problems all night long and, although he should have scored when through one-on-one, his presence was a constant threat before he was subbed.
Note: Official MOM - Tim Howard (USA)
# England verdict: After a whirlwind opening in which Steven Gerrard scored, James Milner was hauled off and then Ledley King was injured at half-time. They struggled to assert themselves in the second period and, despite some good chances to get the winner, could not break down the USA defence.
# USA verdict: Hardly troubled the English defence in the first half, but a lucky goal roused the confidence. Jozy Altidore had a great chance to put them ahead, but they failed to test the defence much after that and will be happy with the point.
# Could do better: Robert Green. Who else? It's a horrible moment for any goalkeeper when they are culpable for a goal, but Green's howler was inexcusable. His confidence came back a little after a wonderful save to deny Altidore in the second half, but expect him to be replaced for the next game.
# Stat attack: Robert Green made four errors leading to goals in the 2009-10 Premier League season - more than any other player (and that includes Arsenal goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski). James Milner made as many fouls as he had touches of the ball before subbed - two.
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