Author: The Cult of Calcio

Argentina and Poland landed hand in hand into the World Cup knockout stage as the South Americans won 2-0 the final confrontation of Group C

Poland vs Argentina 0-2: Lewandowski and Co Saved by the Bell

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Argentina and Poland landed hand in hand into the World Cup knockout stage as the South Americans won 2-0 the final confrontation of Group C. The Albiceleste thus certified their definitive resurrection after shockingly losing their first game, while Poland sneaked into the second round as they had a better goal difference than Mexico.
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Australia reached the World Cup knockouts for the first time since 2006 as they beat Denmark 1-0 in the Group D final six-pointer

Australia vs Denmark 1-0: Socceroos Sneak Past Group Stage

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Australia reached the World Cup knockouts for the first time since 2006 as they beat Denmark 1-0 in the Group D final six-pointer. The Socceroos could be happy with a tie as they already had a lead over the Danes coming into the game but were forced to win the moment that Tunisia unexpectedly put their heads ahead against France in the other group match. 
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Brazil had the upper hand against Switzerland with a lone goal from Casemiro, thus booking their place in the WC knockout stage with one game in advance

Brazil vs Switzerland 1-0: Casemiro Sends Selecao to Knockouts

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Those expecting to see some showtime from Brazil and Switzerland picked the wrong venue as it was the other match in Group G between Serbia and Cameroon to feature goals and emotions today. Conversely, the matchup at the Stadium 974 offered little to the show as the Selecao had the upper hand with a lone goal from Casemiro.
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Croatia taught Canada a lesson in matchday 2 of the World Cup Group F as Luka Modric and co put four goals past the North Americans

Croatia vs Canada 4-1: Kramaric Brace Sends Canadians Home

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Croatia taught Canada a lesson in matchday 2 of the World Cup Group F as Luka Modric and co put four goals past the North Americans. Canada thus bid farewell to the competition after two games only, despite a courageous display against Belgium and a lightning fast goal from Alphonso Davies tonight that gave them a sweet albeit short illusion.
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