USA's Charlie on the spot

We showed the world our potential, and we showed our fans what we're capable of.

USA striker Charlie Davies on the FIFA Confederations Cup

Charlie Davies couple arrived in South Africa for the FIFA Confederations Cup and the experience of hope, perhaps, a bit of playing time off the bench to add to his handful of caps. What he has, however, was an introduction to the speed of international football at the highest level. He came through its baptism of fire unharmed and one of the main performers U.S. within a period of glory for the first time a world final.

Americans' slow start, a great loss to Italy and an attack by Brazil, Coach Bob Bradley forced to reach deep into their bag of tricks. The need for a high scoring win against Egypt in Rustenburg, the head turned to Reluctantly, the 23-year-old Davies. With headquarters in Sweden lead the skill set to the time it became obvious: speed, courage, fighting spirit and a desperate desire for goals. "He brings energy to a game "Bradley told FIFA.com." He never gives up on a lost cause. " We showed the world our potential and we showed our fans what we're capable of. U.S. striker Charlie Davies in the FIFA Confederations Cup....[source]