WC Day 24 : France & Morocco Reach WC Quarters After Hard Fought Victories

Canada gave it their all. Fought like warriors. Put their bodies on the line, created opportunities, held the Moroccans at bay, frustrating them no end and held the upper hand till the break.

Preview: Battle Lines Are Drawn As Canada Face Morocco Tonight

The Round of 16 Clashes Begin Canada and Morocco square off in a high-stakes FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash at Houston’s NRG Stadium tonight at 10.30 pm IST. A Massive Historic Moment Is The Prize For Canada The fight is for the coveted quarter-final spot. Canada has come the farthest ever, and ifContinue reading “Preview: Battle Lines Are Drawn As Canada Face Morocco Tonight”

WC Day 23: Argentina Survive A Mighty Cape Verde Scare

Messi Scores his 7th Goal of the World Cup… Lionel Messi scored his 7th of this World Cup and extended his overall World Cup record to 20 goals as he netted one from close range against Cape Verde in the 29th minute, in a round of 32 knockout game in Miami. … As Cape VerdeContinue reading “WC Day 23: Argentina Survive A Mighty Cape Verde Scare”

Preview: History Beckons As Egypt Take On Australia in Arlington

The Dallas Stadium To Hold the Egypt vs Australia Game Tonight The Dallas Stadium in Arlington will host the Round of 32 encounter between Australia and Egypt tonight at 11.30 pm IST, as history beckons both teams. A Huge Piece of History At Stake For Both Teams Egypt will be playing their first knockout gameContinue reading “Preview: History Beckons As Egypt Take On Australia in Arlington”

WC Day 22: Spain From The Left, Storm Into Last 16, To Clash With Portugal

Spain Humble Austria Spain humbled Austria a few hours ago at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood to advance to the Round of 16, in what was a seamless performance from the Champions of Europe. Austria Were Lacking In Spirit & Arsenal Austria were never in the game. Their 3-3 draw against Algeria had suckedContinue reading “WC Day 22: Spain From The Left, Storm Into Last 16, To Clash With Portugal”

WC Day 21: Belgium Rise From the Brink, Sink Senegal

I Wished If Both Could Win I thought of not writing this piece as I have been an ardent admirer of both Belgium and Senegal. They have been terrific teams with lots of talent and class, and though Senegal have been one of the best in Africa and Belgium in Europe, on the World Stage,Continue reading “WC Day 21: Belgium Rise From the Brink, Sink Senegal”

WC Day 21: Brave Congo Ambushed By An Incredible Kane

Congo Draw First Blood An upset was in the making as DR Congo took the lead against England with just 6 minutes on the board as the Leopards took on England in an exciting Round of 32 clash in Atlanta. The Three Lions Respond With A Barrage of Attacks… The Three Lions then went onContinue reading “WC Day 21: Brave Congo Ambushed By An Incredible Kane”

Preview: The Red Devils Are Out To Tame The Teranga Lions

Belgium vs Senegal : Too Close To Call The outcome of the Belgium vs Senegal encounter in the Round of 32 at the Seattle Stadium is difficult to predict. Belgium Blooming Late Belgium, with two unimpressive draws against Egypt and Iran, finally did find a bit of momentum with a telling 5-1 win over NewContinue reading “Preview: The Red Devils Are Out To Tame The Teranga Lions”

Preview : The Leopards Are Out To Challenge The Three Lions As England Take on DR  Congo Tonight

Mercedes-Benz Stadium To Hold England vs FR Congo The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, is all set to host a historic first-ever competitive game between England, the winners of Group L and DR Congo, the 3rd placed team from the tough Group K, in a Round of 32 knockout, tonight. Steady England, Yet To PeakContinue reading “Preview : The Leopards Are Out To Challenge The Three Lions As England Take on DR  Congo Tonight”

WC Day 19: Agony & Joy In Equal Measure

A Scintillating Day Yet another scintillating day of brilliant football, fluctuating fortunes amidst the Spectre of nerve-jangling knockouts, unfolded as the FIFA World Cup entered its 19th Day. Brazil vs Japan: The Canarinhos Survive The Samurai, but only just. Casemiro’s terrific header cancelled a first-half brilliant strike from Kaishu Sano, and then Gabriel Martinelli brokeContinue reading “WC Day 19: Agony & Joy In Equal Measure”