Recife, June 27 (ANI): German and US fans looked exhausted but relieved after watching Germany win 1-0 against the United States in the World Cup stadium of Recife, Brazil but with both teams making it to the second stage. After battling torrential rain to get to the arena, the downpour eased at the end of the match giving them the respite needed to celebrate just a little as they left. Germany will face the runner-up in Group H while the United States finish second and will face Group H's winner. Portugal who beat Ghana 2-1 are eliminated with the Africans. His friend said he was convinced this World Cup would help America appreciate soccer and increase the interest in the game.