Tag: World Cup

Brazil Player Ratings vs South Korea: Neymar Dazzles in Return

Brazil, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, South Korea, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Neymar dazzled in his return from injury, leading Brazil to a 4-1 victory over South Korea. The Brazilian team gave the underdogs no chance, taking a two-goal lead by the 13th minute. Practically the entire squad turned in quality performances, with Lucas Paqueta and Vinicius Junior also impressing in the attacking third.
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Hajime Moriyasu's Japan put in a valiant performance against Croatia in their last 16 clash but they were undone on penalties despite Daizen Maeda's opener

Japan Player Ratings vs Croatia: Maeda Goal in Vain as Japan Exit Qatar

Croatia, Japan, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Hajime Moriyasu's Japan put in a valiant performance against Croatia in their last 16 clash but they were undone on penalties despite Daizen Maeda's opener. Maeda deservedly put Japan ahead in the first half as they dreamt of reaching their first-ever quarter-finals at the World Cup but an equaliser from Ivan Perisic levelled the scores in the second half. So, here's our Japan player ratings for their defeat against Croatia. 
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Croatia made it through to the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup after defeating Japan on penalties thanks to three penalty saves by Dominik Livakovic

Croatia Player Ratings vs Japan: Penalty Hero Livakovic Wins Last 16 Tie

Croatia, Japan, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Croatia made it through to the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup after defeating Japan on penalties in a close last 16 encounter thanks to three penalty saves by Dominik Livakovic. The scores were tied at 1-1 through 120 minutes but Japan couldn't hold their nerve in the shootout as they suffered defeat, scoring just one out of their four penalties in Al Wakrah. Six out of the last seven knockout games for Croatia at both the Euros and World Cup have reached extra time and they found success once more here in a tough battle against an impressive Japan side. So, here's our Croatia player ratings for their narrow victory over Japan.
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The France vs. Poland clash was perhaps one of the most lopsided Round of 16 matchups on paper, at least based on what was seen during the Group Stage

France vs Poland 3-1: Mbappe and Giroud Demolish the Poles

France, Poland, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
The France vs. Poland World Cup clash was perhaps one of the most lopsided Round of 16 matchups on paper, at least based on what was seen during the Group Stage. Kylian Mbappe made things even more easier that expected for Les Bleus, as he scored twice on top of Olivier Giroud's opener to build his side a comfortable three goal cushion.
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Netherlands were the first team to claim a spot into the World Cup Quarter Finals as they beat the U.S.A. 3-1 in the first Round of 16 matchup

Netherlands vs USA 3-1: Defensive Mistakes Condemn USMNT

Netherlands, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
Netherlands were the first team to claim a spot into the World Cup Quarter Finals as they beat the U.S.A. 3-1 in the first Round of 16 matchup. The Dutch built a comfortable double lead with Memphis Depay and Daley Blind before half time and rounded up the scoring with Denzel Dumfries right after Haji Wright had halved the gap for the Americans. 
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The USA suffered a 3-1 defeat against the Netherlands in the first round of 16 clash of the World Cup despite efforts from Christian Pulisic.

USA Player Ratings vs Netherlands: Pulisic Unable to Drag USA Further

Netherlands, Player Ratings, Serie A, U.S.A., World Cup, World Cup 2022
The USA suffered a 3-1 defeat against the Netherlands in the first round of 16 clash of the World Cup despite efforts from Christian Pulisic. USA's star man had a wonderful chance in the opening phases to put the Stars and Stripes ahead but he was denied by goalkeeper Andries Noppert before Memphis Depay and Denzel Dumfries went on to steal the show for the Netherlands and send them through to the quarter-finals. So, here's our USA player ratings for their defeat against the Netherlands. 
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The Netherlands recorded a 3-1 victory to defeat the USA in the last 16 thanks to a stellar performance by wing-back Denzel Dumfries.

Netherlands Player Ratings vs USA: Dumfries Sends Dutch Through

Netherlands, Player Ratings, Serie A, U.S.A., World Cup, World Cup 2022
The Netherlands recorded a 3-1 victory to defeat the USA in the last 16 thanks to a stellar performance by wing-back Denzel Dumfries. The Inter defender was a constant threat up and down the right flank all game and helped his side through to the quarter-finals by getting on the scoresheet and also providing two assists. So, here's our Netherlands player ratings for their victory over the USA. 
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World Cup Playoffs Power Ranking: Who Are the Strongest Contenders?

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Croatia, France, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Serie A, Spain, Switzerland, U.S.A., World Cup, World Cup 2022
With the group stage delivering stunning upsets and thrilling action beyond all expectations, just imagine what it will be like in knockout stages. With only a few hours separating us from the first kickoff in the Round of 16, let's try to rank the remaining national teams in the 2022 World Cup in a Power Ranking based on what we've seen thus far in the competition.
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We're well underway with the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and now that the group stage has concluded, here is our best XI so far where the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro make the team

Best XI of the World Cup Group Stage: Mbappe, Fernandes, Casemiro

Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022
We're well underway with the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and now that the group stage has concluded, here is our best XI so far where the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro make the team. However, there's no room for superstars Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi as younger stars continue to leave their mark on the world's biggest stage and outshine the legendary veterans. So, here's our best XI of the 2022 World Cup Group Stage. 
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