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FIFA World Cup: FIFA opens probe after ugly scenes in Argentina v Netherlands quarterfinal
The first major incident in the game, which Argentina won on penalties after surrendering a 2-0 lead to a late Dutch fightback, came in the 89th minute, after Leandro Paredes committed a nasty foul on Dutch defender Nathan Ake and then slammed the ball into the Netherlands' dugout. That saw players and technical staff from both teams involved in pushing and shoving, and hostilities were resumed after Wout Weghorst equalised for the Netherlands in the 10th minute of injury time, reports Xinhua.
Giroud nets match winner as France edge England 2-1 to reach semis
England provided a wonderful fightback but missed a crucial chance to take the game into extra time as Harry Kane missed a penalty at fag end of the match. In the end, Les Bleus's ability to produce a moment of brilliance out of thin air was the difference and are the first reigning champion to reach the World Cup semi-finals since Brazil in 1998.
Indigenous sport kabaddi triumphs over a global marquee sporting event in latest viewership data
But if one compares the figures of FIFA World Cup opening day in India to the opener of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season nine, a stark difference in noticed. The opening day of PKL's season nine registered a staggering reach of 46 million (2+U+R) combined with a consumption of 1.41 billion minutes, which is significantly more than the figures recorded for the opening day of the FIFA World Cup.
Germany, Belgium's early exits lead to jersey devaluation
The World Cup is not just a competition among the 32 squads but also a crucial market for the jersey sponsors. For some favourites who remain in Qatar, their jerseys have been sold out, but in stark contrast, for some other sides that have already left, their kits are unsalable.
FIFA World Cup: Argentina are more than just Messi, says Dutch defender Van Dijk ahead of key clash
The Netherlands have progressed calmly into the quarterfinals after beating the United States with an assured and serious display in the last 16, while Argentina were led by an excellent display from Messi against Australia. Messi was inspirational in what is likely to be his last World Cup appearance, but Van Dijk advised there is more to Argentina.
I will stand with my players to death: Spain coach Enrique
Spain controlled over 75 per cent of the ball in the game, but failed to get a shot on target from open play in 120 minutes, with their only efforts on target coming from set pieces."I am very happy with the players I have, I will stand with them to the death. I selected them and I congratulate them for the way they have behaved and for their World Cup," said Enrique, reports Xinhua
Bento casts doubt over future as South Korea boss
The 53-year-old, who took charge of the Asian team in 2018, said he would meet with Korean football federation officials after an indefinite break. "We have to think about the future and whether or not I will be with the Korean team," the Portuguese coach said, reports Xinhua.
Hovland survives tense moments to complete back-to-back wins at Hero World Challenge
Hovland was four shots ahead at one stage but with Scheffler refusing to go away, Hovland, too, found himself stressed at the end. Starting the final round with a handy three-shot lead, Hovland only needed to be steady and not make any mistakes.
Brazil cruise past S.Korea 4-1; set up Last 8 clash with Croatia
The Koreans were completely outplayed by the Brazilian side in the first half as the South Americans scored 4 goals in a span of 29 minutes. The Asian side could salvage its reputation in the second half, but just, with the help of a 76th minute goal. The match ended 4-1 with Brazil set to take on Croatia in a quarter final clash.
Kane ends Qatar World Cup goal drought as England down Senegal 3-0 to reach quarters
On Sunday at the Al Bayt Stadium, Gareth Southgate's side went into the half time break leading 2-0, opening the scoring in the 38th minute and adding a second in injury stoppage time of the opening session. England netted a third one 13 minutes into the second half to take the game away from Aliou Cisse's side and set up a quarter-final clash with France, which earlier on Sunday defeated Poland 3-1.
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