FIFA WORLD CUP 2010: Day 8 (18 June 2010)

SERBIA 1 - GERMANY 0

Another shock in a World Cup of shocks. With Miroslav Klose sent off, the Germans succumbed to the sucker punch, courtesy of Jovanovic. Lukas Podolski was simply awful, capped with a missed penalty. Pride comes before a fall, as they say. Rating: 3.5/5

USA 2 - SLOVENIA 2

One of the greatest matches thus far, a titanic struggle embodying the universal values of football, whatever they may be. With Slovenia cruising 2-0 (to 6 points and entry into the Second Round), the Americans staged an almighty comeback and should have won if not for a questionable refereeing call. Why is football the world's greatest game? Here is the evidence! Rating: 4.5/5

ENGLAND 0 - ALGERIA 0

A terrible showing from the so-called favourites. They huffed and puffed, and achieved close to nought. Even the Desert Foxes looked more fluid in their attacks. No finishing power, alas. England have it coming if it cannot beat Slovenia next. Rating: 1.5/5