Tillman's Free Kick Powers USA to World Cup Victory

The German-born playmaker, playing despite injury with a blood-soaked sock, delivered the decisive moment that ended the Stars and Stripes' 24-year drought in World Cup knockout rounds. Tillman, who had earlier set up Folarin Balogun's opening goal, lofted his effort over the Bosnian wall beyond keeper Nikola Vasilj's reach.

Despite his reserved nature, Tillman couldn't contain his emotions after scoring, running to the corner flag with arms outstretched as teammates mobbed him. The victory came while the USA played 20 minutes down a man after Balogun's controversial red card in the second half. freshyourfeel.com