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France are into the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time since 2006! Pogba heads France in front from a corner and later Yobo slices into own net from six yards. They were given a stern test by Nigeria however and France will likely need to start stronger in future matches if they are to threaten the semi-final or final stages.
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It was the turning point of the Netherlands' dramatic comeback over Mexico in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
In stoppage time, Arjen Robben appeared to be clipped be Mexico's Rafael Marquez. Next thing, Robben's arms were thrown back and his facial expression seemed to indicate he'd been maimed.
According to Mexican coach Miguel Herrera, it was the third time Robben had taken flight during the contest.
The Dutchman is now apologizing for at least one of the first-half incidents.
“The one at the end was a clear penalty," Robben told Dutch Television, "but I have to admit there was an incident in the first half where I did dive. I must apologize. I should not be doing that.”
Meanwhile, Herrera thinks Robben should have been handed two yellow cards and thus kicked out of the match before the final incident even took place.
“If the referee is fair, their second goal would not exist and Robben would be ejected,” Herrera said. “When a ref makes up a call like that,” Herrera said. “We’re going to go home. I hope the ref committee sees and he goes home like us.”
Herrera, who has become an internet sensation for his boisterous goal celebrations, was fuming after the match. He was caught on camera berating Dutch striker Robin van Persie in a handshake line.
As if things weren't bad enough for Mexican fans, this supporter couldn't have picked a more inauspicious time to propose to his girlfriend. Hopefully she said, "yes."
Arjen Robben admits to diving in win over Mexico - FIFA World Cup 2014 - CBC
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Neymar fit to take on Colombia
Brazil star Neymar will be fit to face Colombia in Friday's FIFA World Cup quarter-final in Fortaleza, a spokesman for the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed today.
"It is not a problem for the game. He is undergoing treatment for a heavy knock to the
Brazil star Neymar will be fit to face Colombia in Friday's FIFA World Cup quarter-final in Fortaleza, a spokesman for the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed today.
"It is not a problem for the game. He is undergoing treatment for a heavy knock to the
knee and another lesser knock to the
hamstring," CBF communications director, Rodrigo Paiva, told journalists at Brazil's training base in Teresopolis.
"It might reduce his involvement in training, but there is no risk for the game."
Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari had raised some doubt as to Neymar's chances of playing against Colombia after he came out of Saturday's dramatic Round of 16 win against Chile in Belo Horizonte battered and bruised.
"We need to evaluate it but we should have three, four or five days to try and make sure he can play the next game," he said.
However, the Barcelona forward continued playing and scored a crucial penalty in the shootout, which the hosts won 3-2 to progress to the last eight.
Paiva added that centre-back David Luiz had "improved a lot" after back trouble initially put his involvement against Chile in some doubt, while midfielder Oscar was suffering from a "large scratch" to the back of a leg.
"It might reduce his involvement in training, but there is no risk for the game."
Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari had raised some doubt as to Neymar's chances of playing against Colombia after he came out of Saturday's dramatic Round of 16 win against Chile in Belo Horizonte battered and bruised.
"We need to evaluate it but we should have three, four or five days to try and make sure he can play the next game," he said.
However, the Barcelona forward continued playing and scored a crucial penalty in the shootout, which the hosts won 3-2 to progress to the last eight.
Paiva added that centre-back David Luiz had "improved a lot" after back trouble initially put his involvement against Chile in some doubt, while midfielder Oscar was suffering from a "large scratch" to the back of a leg.
Extra-time goals from Andre Schurrle and Mesut Ozil proved enough to edge Germany past Algeria and into a FIFA World Cup quarter-final against France. Algeria lose the game but win plenty of fans. They were excellent for long spells but eventually came up short. Germany power on.
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Algeria-Germany match draws record turnout at Monte Carlo Stars in Dubai Marina
MUMBAI: Despite the late timing of the Algeria-Germany match and the event coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan, Arabs fans sat with high excitement in front of TV screens cheering wildly the only Arab team in the World Cup in Brazil.
Monte Carlo Stars, a top destination that is offering the World Cup matches at the largest terrace overlooking Dubai Marina, has been drawing a huge number of football fans since the start of the World Cup.
Ibrahim Al Sheikh, General Manager, Monte Carlo Stars Dubai said: “The audience waited with bated breath until the last minute of the extra time. We were thrilled with the turnout, which reflects Arab support to the only Arab team in World Cup 2014. It also reflects the diversity of cultures living in the UAE who are watching the games with great enthusiasm.”
Al Sheikh said: "We congratulate the Algerian national team on their impressive performance despite their exit from the competition, and we expect a higher adrenaline rush as we come closer to the final matches.”
Al Sheikh added: “Monte Carlo Stars has created a great ambience for our visitors who are coming here for Iftars and Suhoors as well as to watch the World Cup matches.”
The Monte Carlo Stars, which has spectacular views of the Dubai Marina, is the largest marina terrace area providing the ultimate experience for each visitor through high-quality service.
Al Sheikh concluded: "We are targeting broader segments of Dubai multicultural society in particular. The record turnout during the historic Algeria-Germany match was a proof of this.”
It should be noted that Algeria became the third Arab team to qualify for the second round of the World Cup after Morocco in 1986 and Saudi Arabia in 1994.
