Fortune smiles on U.S. in semifinal defeat of GermanyJeff Carlisle, U.S. soccer correspondentJun 30, 2015, 09:54 PM ETCloseJeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC.EmailPrintThe U.S. was a worthy victor, carrying the play for much of the night and creating the better chances overall. But the Americans also were fortunate in their 2-0 win against Germany.Read more at espnW.