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England, USA share points in World Cup

England and the United States drew 1-1 in their opening World Cup Group C match on Saturday after a blunder by England keeper Robert Green helped the US equalise Steven Gerrard’s goal.

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By (AFP)

Published: Sat 12 Jun 2010, 2:27 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 4:09 AM

Gerrard gave England a fourth-minute lead at the Royal Bafokeng stadium but they were sent back to square one five minutes before the break, when Green allowed Clint Dempsey’s tame shot to spin off his gloves and into the net.

Green made amends when he pushed Jozy Altidore’s angled shot onto the post on 64 minutes.

England pressed hard for the winner in the last quarter of an hour, with Wayne Rooney coming closest with a long-range shot which flew narrowly wide, but the Americans defended doggedly to earn a well-deserved point.

(AFP)

Published: Sat 12 Jun 2010, 2:27 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 4:09 AM

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