United States boss Jurgen Klinsmann paid tribute to Tim Howard's 'phenomenal' performance as the Everton goalkeeper defied Belgium until extra time. Howard made 15 saves, the most by any keeper in a World Cup match since 1966 according to statistics, before two goals in extra time saw Belgium win 2-1 to secure a quarter-final place against Argentina. Klinsmann said: 'What Tim played tonight was just phenomenal, outstanding - he kept us in that game for a long time. We are proud to have him with us. VIDEO: Scroll down to watch Klinsmann: USA's mentality needs to change Glove affair: Tim Howard made more saves (15) than any keeper at the World Cup since records began
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USA were defeated 2-1 in extra-time against Belgium at the World Cup
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Coach Jurgen Klinsmann has praised 'phenomenal' Tim Howard
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USA keeper made more saves (15) than any keeper since 1966 World Cup
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Howard's Everton teammate Romelu Lukaku made the difference by setting up Kevin De Bruyne and scoring himself to reach quarter-finals
Super saver: Jurgen Klinsmann praised his 'phenomenal' keeper despite @placeholder's extra-time loss to Belgium