Reaction from Spain: "End of party"
El Pais adopts a philosophical tone.
"Nothing is eternal, so the United States defeat, even if unexpected, should not discount the excellent record of a team begun by Luis Aragonés and continued under Vicente del Bosque's guardianship. "
The Spanish newspaper of record also praised the USA.
Soccerblog @ Jun 24, 2009 8:31 PM EST | Blog Profile
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