England 1 - Germany 4

After beating Slovenia (who were unlucky to be sent home, the USA won their final match to top the group), we face the Germans as the runner up of our group.

England did have a goal disallowed that would have got them to 2-2 going in at half time, re-igniting the debate about video technology.

But the truth is we defended terribly, the Germans are not a great side - just do everything in a competent way, England were found wanting at the back, and unable to hold onto the ball when attacking.

I hope Capello stays, he has a track record and it is not like we have any decent candidates waiting on the wings.

England 0 Algeria 0

Another unconvincing performance by England, the draw of USA and Slovenia means that we can still qualify by beating Slovenia next week.

But Slovenia are a better side, and we struggled to break down Algeria.

Historically England always do it this way, and I'm beginning to subscribe to the theory that we think we're better than we really are, get a massive wake up call, and then have to try and regroup and pick up the pieces.

On top of that and there is a feeling that the side isn't quite good enough compared to those of 1998, 2002, and 2006.

Apparently a fan broke into the England dressing room after the game, crossing the line between the ordinary and the over paid stars - I hope they got to at least hear his thoughts, if there were any.

Roll on Wednesday.

England 1 - USA 1

Well a typical slow start from England. Never really pressing home any advantage, a goalkeeping error got the USA their draw.

Never comfortable, never composed - players substituted early for injury, we looked anything but 4th favourites to win this based on the betting odds!

Compared to Argentina, who got their goal - but then kept possession and controlled the game, something England have never done in recent decades in internationals.