Arena praises 'outstanding' USA performance

Coach Bruce Arena saluted an ‘‘outstanding’’ performance after his unfancied side stunned World Cup dark horses Portugal with a 3-2 win in Suwon.

John O’Brien had fired the USA ahead as early as the fourth minute and a Jorge Costa own goal in the 29th minute plunged Portugal deeper into trouble. Brian McBride’s goal turned out to be the winner but Beto gave Portugal hope when he pulled a goal back three minutes after McBride scored.