Crocker led all the way until the final touch when Phelps stretched home with Crocker needing to complete one more stroke.

CNN: Phelps wins gold medal number five

The deflated visitors struggled to make the most of their numerical advantage and, when Twente defender Douglas failed to get the necessary purchase on a headed back-pass, Bale stole in to stroke home and complete a memorable win.

BBC: Tottenham 4-1 FC Twente

England's defence, disorganised and nervous, had led a charmed life and it was no surprise when Mexico pulled a goal back on the stroke of half time when Leighton Baines failed to complete a goal-line clearance and Guillermo Franco pounced.

BBC: England 3-1 Mexico