Belgium scored twice in extra time and eliminated the United States, 2-1, in the first round of knockout play at the 2014 FIFA World Cup at Salvador, Brazil on Tuesday.
As Team USA prepared for their 2014 Word Cup match against Germany, country artists like Dierks Bentley and Chase Rice stopped what they were working on to cheer on the boys in white, and perhaps watch the game. Stars took to Twitter to fire up Clint Dempsey, Tim Howard, Jozy Altidore and company.
I had the privilege of sort of emceeing the World Cup showing at Canalside on Thursday. All the people involved were so excited wit the turnout and excitement, they couldn't see not doing again! Which means good things to come for soccer enthusiasts.
Despite the disappointing 2-2 tie, which was looking like a win for the USA, it is a cool feeling seeing thousands and their patriotic pride supporting the USA during their World Cup match.
Silvestre Varela scored on the last kick of the ball in the 95th minute, and Portugal tied the United States, 2-2, in the teams' second match of 2014 FIFA World Cup play at Manaus, Brazil on Sunday.