Tag: World Cup

Brazil suffered defeat on penalties to Croatia as their World Cup dreams came to a crashing end at the quarter-final stage, despite an opener from Neymar

Brazil Player Ratings vs Croatia: Penalty Disaster, Seleção Exit World Cup

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Brazil suffered defeat on penalties to Croatia as their World Cup dreams came to a crashing end at the quarter-final stage, despite an opener from Neymar. Dominik Livakovic kept the Brazilian's at bay for the majority of the match but a delightful Neymar goal in extra time put them ahead. However, Croatia didn't give up and substitute Bruno Petkovic equalized late on. Livakovic made his mark once more, saving Rodrygo's opening penalty in the shootout, before Marquinhos struck the post with the decisive penalty to send the Vatreni through. So, here's our Brazil player ratings for their defeat against Croatia. 
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Croatia knocked Brazil out of the World Cup on penalties, with Dominik Livakovic proving to be the hero once more for the Vatreni

Croatia Player Ratings vs Brazil: Livakovic Hero Again for Vatreni

Brazil, Croatia, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Croatia knocked Brazil out of the 2022 World Cup in the quarter-finals on penalties after a fascinating battle, with Dominik Livakovic proving to be the hero once more for the Vatreni. The two nations were locked in a close contest throughout and were goalless after 90 minutes. A Neymar goal in extra time was cancelled out by a Bruno Petkovic equalizer before Croatia advanced after defeating Brazil on penalties. So, here's our Croatia player ratings against Brazil as they reach their second consecutive World Cup semi-finals. 
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Bergkamp, Netherlands, Argentina

Netherlands vs Argentina: Top Three WC Classics Between the Two Rivals

Argentina, Netherlands, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Ahead of what should be an epic Quarter-Final round in Qatar 2022, the fans are eagerly anticipating all four encounters, But there's one particular matchup that symbolizes the glorious history of the tournament. Of course we're talking about the ground-shattering battle between the Netherlands and Argentina which will be the two nations' sixth World Cup meeting.
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Below is our England vs France preview, predictions and potential lineups for their World Cup quarter-final encounter in Qatar

2022 World Cup Preview, Predictions and Lineups: England vs France

England, France, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
The last of the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals take place on Saturday evening as England meet France at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor. Two of the pre-tournament favorites come face to face as they battle it out for a spot in the semi-finals, where a clash against either Morocco or Portugal awaits. Below is our England vs France preview, predictions and potential lineups for their World Cup quarter-final encounter in Qatar. 
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Below is our Morocco vs Portugal preview, predictions and potential lineups for their 2022 World Cup quarter-final clash in Qatar

2022 World Cup Preview, Predictions and Lineups: Morocco vs Portugal

Morocco, Portugal, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Morocco and Portugal meet at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha on Saturday as they meet in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Atlas Lions have been one of the surprise packages this winter, topping a group consisting of Croatia, Belgium and Canada, before defeating Spain on penalties in the last 16. However, Portugal have also performed well in Qatar thus far, finishing in first place in Group H ahead of South Korea, Uruguay and Ghana before dismantling Switzerland 6-1 in their first knockout fixture. Below is our Morocco vs Portugal preview, predictions and potential lineups as the two sides are set to lock horns in their World Cup quarter-final matchup. 
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Inter and especially Atalanta tried to purchase Borna Sosa last summer, but he wasn’t eager to transfer with the World Cup just around the corner.

Atalanta Facing Strong Competition for Croatian Star

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Inter and especially Atalanta tried to purchase Borna Sosa last summer, but he wasn’t eager to transfer with the World Cup just around the corner. La Dea is still after the Stuttgart winger, but Newcastle might upset the Italian suitors with a sizeable bid. He's currently starring in Qatar.
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Below is our Netherlands vs Argentina preview, predictions and potential lineups for their 2022 World Cup quarter-final clash in Qatar

2022 World Cup Preview, Predictions and Lineups: Netherlands vs Argentina

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The Netherlands and Argentina go head-to-head on Friday at the Lusail Stadium in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The Dutch are undefeated this winter and Louis van Gaal's side will be feeling they have every chance of defeating La Albiceleste in a cracking matchup between two international heavyweights.However, Lionel Messi and co. have turned things around since their tournament opener and have gone on to win all three games since. Below is our Netherlands vs Argentina preview, predictions and potential lineups for their World Cup quarter-final clash.
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Below is our Croatia vs Brazil preview, predictions and potential lineups for their 2022 World Cup quarter-final clash in Qatar

2022 World Cup Preview, Predictions and Lineups: Croatia vs Brazil

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Croatia and Brazil meet in the first quarter-final matchup of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on Friday at the Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan. Tite's side have been one of the favorites to go all the way in this year's tournament and are expected to continue in their impressive form up against the 2018 finalists. Below is our Croatia vs Brazil preview, predictions and potential lineups for their World Cup quarter-final clash. 
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In our roundup of the ten most iconic World Cup games, you will see samples of everything that make this quadrennial sport-fest so unique and special

The Ten Most Iconic Games in the History of the World Cup

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This is a collection of the essential moments that set the key milestones in the World Cup: ultimate battles, shocking upsets, David vs. Goliath tales, clashes of football philosophies, and controversies. In our roundup of the ten most iconic World Cup games, you will see samples of everything that make this quadrennial sport-fest so unique and special. 
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The World Cup Round of 16 ended in a goal-fest as Portugal put six past a distressed Switzerland side to burst into the Quarter Finals

Portugal vs Switzerland 6-1: Ramos Steals the Show in Selecao Goalfest

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The World Cup Round of 16 ended in a goal-fest as Portugal put six past a distressed Switzerland side to burst into the Quarter Finals. What made headlines though, was the fact that the lion's share was not grabbed by Cristiano Ronaldo, but by the 21-year-old Goncalo Ramos, who bagged a hattrick in his first game as a starter in the tournament.
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