We’re Here, But Just Not All The Way

Disappointing yes, but proud of the US national team nonetheless. (Getty Images)

No one ever said this game was easy. The highs and lows of soccer have never been more noticeable until today.

It is always amazing how a game can be so different from one half to the next. The first half in the FIFA Confederation's Cup final against Brazil showed the world that the US is here to stay and could be a power on the biggest stages of them all.