Riding high on making it through group play Team USA was hoping for an upset of the tournament favorite Portugal team.  Portugal jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead on wing play that was dominating.  Portugal had the definite advantage swinging crosses into the box and finishing them.  Team USA got one back just before the half - leaving a little bit of hope for the underdogs.  In the second half Portugal again scored two quick goals, leaving team USA out. 

 

Team USA could take some consolation out of knowing Portugal went on to win the Xbox Cup Championship however.

 

As a side note, there is a rumored glitch in FIFA World Cup that allows Portugal to exploit their "strategy" of crossing the ball and finishing it.  This has not been confirmed nor denied by those involved with the tournament...