Howard will now be serving in several key government positions, if fans get their wish
The American World Cup party is over, after a dramatic and gallant defeat to Belgium. But a new US hero was born.
Everton and USA goalkeeper Tim Howard needs no introduction
to many football fans but his 16 saves on Tuesday, the most since World
Cup records began, has suddenly made him a national hero.American fans (and others) were quick to laud Howard's one-man defensive display.
Here's a selection of tweeted expressions of admiration.





