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Meanwhile in Moscow: Brazil Ramp Up, Beat Serbia

June 28, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Brazil, Meanwhile In Moscow, Serbia, World Cup, World Cup 2018

In a tournament where the traditional gods of football have been overthrown or forced to abdicate, Brazil had the merit of simply doing their part last night in Moscow, beating Serbia 2-0 with goals by Paulinho and Thiago Silva. Coach Tite’s Selecao controlled an unexpectedly remissive Serbian side, striking at the right moment, and showing glimpses of their talent.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Germany Out, Korea Change WC History!

June 27, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Germany, Meanwhile In Moscow, South Korea, World Cup, World Cup 2018

The unbelievable happened today in Kazan, as already-eliminated South Korea pushed the World Cup defending champions of Germany out of the tournament, scoring two goals during stoppage time. It is the first time ever that the Germans fail to make it past the Group Stage, a setback that will spark much debates and criticism over Die Mannschaft.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Sweden Sweep Mexico Away

June 27, 2018 Antonio Guarini Meanwhile In Moscow, Mexico, Sweden, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Mexico, a thrilling qualification. Today’s game with Sweden was meant to be a mere formality for El Tri to clinch a spot in the Round of 16, but it rather risked turning into an atrocious disappointment for coach Juan Manuel Osorio. Mexico succumbed 0-3, and ultimately had to thank South Korea for their win over Germany, to save their spot among the best 16.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Croatia Second Lines Don’t Forgive

June 27, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Croatia, Iceland, Meanwhile In Moscow, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Croatia completed their clean round in World Cup Group D in Rostov last night, as they beat Iceland 2-1 to secure their first place in the so-called “Group of Death.” With the qualification already in his pocket after two games, Coach Zlatko Dalic operated a massive turnover, which still didn’t prevent the Vatreni from honoring their last match.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Vamos a Ganar, Argentina!

June 26, 2018 Diego Ottaviano Argentina, Meanwhile In Moscow, Nigeria, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Argentina put their heart beyond criticism tonight, as they prevailed 2-1 over Nigeria to sneak into the World Cup Round of 16 from the second place of Group D. An extremely important win for coach Jorge Sampaoli’s selection, which came at the end of some pretty stormy days. Goals by Lionel Messi and Marcos Rojo vanified Victor Moses' penalty equaliser.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Quaresma Qualifies Portugal

June 26, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Iran, Meanwhile In Moscow, Portugal, World Cup, World Cup 2018

The beauty of the last round of matches in the World Cup Group Stage lies in simultaneity, something not seen very often in modern football. In a thrilling swing of last minute emotions, Portugal saw the first place in Group B slipping out their hands tonight, as they conceded a penalty kick to Iran during stoppage time, just as Spain leveled their game with Morocco.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Uruguay, a Dream In Celeste

June 26, 2018 Antonio Guarini Meanwhile In Moscow, Russia, Uruguay, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Uruguay made it three, and the Celeste can now dream big. Three games, three wins, five goals scored and not a single one conceded for coach Oscar Washington Tabarez’s selection, which trampled Russia today in Samara, and won Group A with merit. Facing the host country of World Cup 2018, Uruguay produced an almost perfect performance.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Not a Good Day to Be a Pole

June 25, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Colombia, Meanwhile In Moscow, Poland, World Cup, World Cup 2018

As a sport journalist, I always try not to get too much involved emotionally when I write, especially about the teams that mean something to me. But today I’m going to make an exception, as I’m writing for Poland from the bottom of my heart, to comment their shocking 0-3 loss to Colombia that put them on a plane back to Warsaw after two World Cup games only.

Meanwhile in Moscow: England Burst Through Panama

June 24, 2018 Matteo Carnevale England, Meanwhile In Moscow, Panama, World Cup, World Cup 2018

In a World Cup Group G where goal difference could be a tie-breaker for catching the first spot, England closed their gap with Belgium today by smashing 6-1 a Panamanian side that objectively proved inadequate for a world stage. Harry Kane scored three of those goals, suddenly jumping to the top of the scorers list. John Stones (2), and Jesse Lingard rounded up the score.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Mexico-Korea, Memories and Moments

June 24, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Meanwhile In Moscow, Mexico, South Korea, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Mexico's win over South Korea, thanks to the goals by Carlos Vela and Javier Hernandez, triggered a journey through memory for the Cult of Calcio's correspondent Carlos Molano, who recalled episodes of his past related to both countries. The result is a match recap that also tells us more about the culture where the Tricolores and the Taegeuk Warriors come from.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Die Mannschaft Never Die

June 23, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Germany, Meanwhile In Moscow, Sweden, World Cup, World Cup 2018

They are indestructible. You can love them or hate them, but there’s no doubt that Germany are one step above any team when it comes to mental fortitude. For more than 20 minutes last night, the Germans were losing 0-1 to Sweden, and virtually out of the World Cup. Still, the full time score read 2-1 for Die Mannschaft, thanks to a late goal by Tony Kroos.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Wonder Belgium, 5 Goals to Tunisia!

June 23, 2018 Matteo Carnevale Belgium, Meanwhile In Moscow, Tunisia, World Cup, World Cup 2018

Belgium seem ready to finally collect the fruits of their golden generation’s maturity. While Panama and Tunisia didn’t prove to be the most challenging of tests, the way coach Roberto Martìnez’s selection got rid of both was impressive. Today, they delivered 5 goals to the unfortunate North Africans, including braces by Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard.

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