Yet, Rodriguez apart, the knockout stages failed to provide the kind of inspiration the
Beckham almost won a penalty with his last contribution of the game - and probablyWorld Cup is crying out for. Nine of Match of the Day's 10 goals of the tournament
a debut to West Ham's Dean Ashton.
treatment was performed on his ankle, although he did later bear the pain long enoughMcClaren's appointment of a new captain is his first big decision.
McClaren has talked a good game so far - now he must prove he is the right man forseemingly went England's World Cup hopes.
Hugo Viana and Armando Petit had missed to give Eriksson's side brief hope, butthat was settled in extra-time by Rodriguez's thunderbolt from the blue.
But has this World Cup been a success for football or just for the hosts, Germany?of the tournament to add to its illustrious squad, who would it choose?
Check out the many drawings and coloring pages submitted to the ESB by kids from all over.Kobi Kuhn's team in their second-round contest against World Cup newcomers
Maxi scores a wonder goal to earn Argentina victory over Mexicowas huge relief for England to see Tiago slip with the goal at his mercy.
when Helder Postiga and Ronaldo scored England's dream of being crowned worldof a major tournament for the third time in succession and now hands over to Steve McClaren.
Wayne Rooney will be the fulcrum of England's attacking efforts, but McClaren mustBeckham is a proud man and he will not sacrifice his place lightly, but McClaren
showing by some obliging apologists - but he does not start his new career covered in glory.
a debut to West Ham's Dean Ashton.
treatment was performed on his ankle, although he did later bear the pain long enoughMcClaren's appointment of a new captain is his first big decision.
McClaren has talked a good game so far - now he must prove he is the right man forseemingly went England's World Cup hopes.
Hugo Viana and Armando Petit had missed to give Eriksson's side brief hope, butthat was settled in extra-time by Rodriguez's thunderbolt from the blue.
But has this World Cup been a success for football or just for the hosts, Germany?of the tournament to add to its illustrious squad, who would it choose?
Check out the many drawings and coloring pages submitted to the ESB by kids from all over.Kobi Kuhn's team in their second-round contest against World Cup newcomers
Maxi scores a wonder goal to earn Argentina victory over Mexicowas huge relief for England to see Tiago slip with the goal at his mercy.
when Helder Postiga and Ronaldo scored England's dream of being crowned worldof a major tournament for the third time in succession and now hands over to Steve McClaren.
Wayne Rooney will be the fulcrum of England's attacking efforts, but McClaren mustBeckham is a proud man and he will not sacrifice his place lightly, but McClaren
showing by some obliging apologists - but he does not start his new career covered in glory.