London Donovan’s reaction in being handed the man-of-the-match award for the stoppage-time goal that ensured the United States would top Group C on goals scored was to break down in tears. It was a hugely emotional night played out in front of former president Bill Clinton and the United States just about deserved their victory. Algeria who finished last in the group and who failed to score in South Africa were actually more adventurous and played better than they had against England with Rafik Djebbar striking the post acrobatically early on. Clint Dempsey also struck the frame of the goal but with elimination beckoning their habit of finishing games strongly paid off.