SportsMall assesses who made an impression in Belgium's 2-1 win over the USA in the World Cup final.
Goals Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku helped Belgium Advance to the quarterfinals World Cup Thanks to the 2-1 victory united states of america After extra time.
Under, Sports Mall We will evaluate how each player performed for their respective teams in this second round match.
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Belgium
goal
Thibaut Courtois: The Chelsea goalkeeper was less stressed but could do little about Green's volley in extra time. (7/10)
defense
Toby Alderweireld: He was primarily used as an offensive weapon in normal times, sending numerous passes that were menacing for his teammates, and in extra time he had to fight to deny the U.S. a chance to advance in a penalty shootout. (7/10)
Vincent Kompany: The Manchester City defender was superb at both ends of the pitch – a true captain's performance. (8/10)
Daniel van Buyten: At 36 years old, he adapts well to the speed of the American counter-attack and could be a potential replacement for Vermaelen in the quarter-finals. (7/10)
Jan Vertonghen: It was a performance brimming with energy and commitment, and the talented Tottenham Hotspur defender created a number of chances for his team, even if one excellent volley missed the top corner by inches. (8/10)
Midfield
Alex Witsel: He provided calm in midfield and played a key role in front of Belgium's back four. (7/10)
Marouane Fellaini: He didn't capitalize on his substitute appearance against Algeria, competing well in the air but often lacking mobility when the U.S. pushed forward. (6/10)
Kevin De Bruyne: The former Chelsea man continues to prove why he is one of the best young players in world football, constantly charging into the US defence before contributing to both of his team's goals in extra time. (9/10)
Dries Mertens: Like Fellaini, he failed to make the most of his cameo appearance in the first group game against Algeria, having one header saved before being replaced by Mirallas. (6/10)
Eden Hazard: Another inconsistent display from the Chelsea playmaker, with plenty of possession in and around the box but no clear-cut balls. (7/10)
attack
Divock Origi: The Lille striker had shown flashes of talent earlier in the tournament, but this was a night where the 19-year-old really came of age, terrorizing the U.S. defense with his speed and skill around the penalty area but lacking the decisive touch despite several shots on goal. (8/10)
Replacement
Kevin Mirallas: He immediately increased the team's threat at the backline and it was a shame we couldn't convert that into a goal. (8/10)
Romelu Lukaku: He was introduced at the start of extra time and contributed to his team's two goals, showing great speed and power to score the first goal and then doubling his team's lead with a sharp shot from 12 yards. (8/10)
Nacer Chadli: There is no time to make an impact. (5/10)
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united states of america
goal
Tim Howard: A fantastic play from the 35-year-old, who, although unable to stop Belgium's two goals, set a new World Cup record for the most saves in a single game. (10/10)
defense
Fabian Johnson: He opened strongly before withdrawing with a hamstring injury. (6/10)
Matt Bessler: He was often outpaced by Origi and Lukaku but was physically strong against both forwards and was bothered by an ankle injury during extra time. (8/10)
Omar Gonzalez: I worked hard with my defensive teammates to keep the score at zero. I was unlucky to be playing on a losing team. (8/10)
DaMarcus Beasley: He has great speed and energy, making him a constant threat down the left wing, but struggled to cope with Mirallas after his arrival. (8/10)
Midfield
Geoff Cameron: Although he was deployed in an unfamiliar position in central midfield, he played an effective role in forcing Fellaini into a poor performance. (7/10)
Jermaine Jones: The 32-year-old overcame several injuries to lead his team in the second half and put in another spirited performance. (8/10)
Graham Zusi: Although he contributed offensively, he showed signs of fatigue in the second half and the United States exploited his weaknesses. (6/10)
Michael Bradley: It was his best performance of the tournament, linking up well with Jones in Belgium's half and showing the energy to drop back to help the defence. (8/10)
Alejandro Bedoya: He played a key role in helping Beasley advance down the left wing when the U.S. had the ball, but was never able to threaten Courtois' goal. (7/10)
attack
Clint Dempsey: The Americans made up for his absence with the efforts of former Fulham attacker Jozy Altidore, who worked hard to get his team going and was fully involved in the attack but missed some excellent chances. (8/10)
Replacement
DeAndre Yedlin: He was replaced by Johnson after 32 minutes but was arguably the team's best player after Howard's impressive performance and was full of energy, which may encourage European teams to give the 20-year-old an opportunity. (8/10)
Chris Wondolowski: In the final minute of play, he had a good chance to send the ball over the crossbar but was lucky the flag was raised for offside. (6/10)
Julian Green: He surprised Belgium by scoring straight away after coming on, and could have sealed the win for his team had he come on earlier. (7/10)
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