Tim Howard Is an American Hero

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By Neha Prakash and Annie Colbert2014-07-01 22:49:48 UTC

Tim Howard saved 16 shots during Tuesday's World Cup match, a new record by a U.S. goalie.

During regulation time of the United States vs. Belgium match, the American goalie looked like a brick wall with arms and a beard. Howard's heroics gave the U.S. Men's team a glimmer of hope in an otherwise lopsided match.

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The U.S. ultimately fell 2-1 in overtime, but the story of Howard's valiant efforts will be told around campfires for years to come. America salutes you, Timmy H.

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