Tim Howard made history on Monday, although for him it was undoubtedly bittersweet. The US men's team fell to Belgium 2-1, and it would have been a lot more lopsided if not for a late goal by the US and a historic 16 saves from Howard.

It was truly inspirational to watch, and Howard was understandibly emotional after what could very well be his final match in a USA uniform. And if it was, what a way to go out.

Howard said his team gave their all, but even with the late charge they mounted, the US team was only able to muster 9 shots on goal to their opponent's 27. That simply will not get it done in the round of 16.

Either way, it was quite a run by the team and quite a final performance by its seemingly superhuman keeper. We've compiled some of Howard's best saves below, in an homage to the amazing athlete.

Well done, Tim Howard. Well done.

Howard lines up in precisely the right spot:

Howard bats the ball away beautifully:

Howard just cradles the ball hurdling at him:

Howard proves unstoppable:

The goalkeeper really is MVP of the game: