Published
6/25/2010 4:37:27 PM
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William Montero
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Spain took care of business as expected on Friday as they defeated Chile 2-1 to win Group H at the 2010 World Cup. Spain had to win after their loss to Switzerland last week. Chile just needed to stay close and hope Switzerland didn't win big over Honduras.
Things looked bleak for Chile as they found themselves down 2-0 and also playing with 10 men after Marco Estrada was sent off in the 37th minute. David Villa and Andres Iniesta had notched the goals. All Switzerland had to do was find a goal against minnows Honduras. It turned out to be tough going for the ultra defensive Swiss as they finished 0-0.
Chile grabbed one back early in the second half when Rodrigo Millar scored. The game slowed to a crawl after as both teams were aware the scoreline would give both the result they needed to move on in the tournament.
Spain wins the group, but finds themeselves with a very difficult task in the round of 16 as they will face off against rivals Portugal. Things are worse for Chile as they must face enemies Brazil in their knockout round.
Published
2/1/2012
by
William Montero
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soccermogul
A massive riot broke out between rival fans at a soccer match in Cairo, Egypt. At least 1,000 people were injured in the clashes, 150 of them critically.
Published
12/18/2011
by
Shane Barrow
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Barcelona left no doubt in this one as they demolished South American champs Santos 4-0 in the Club World Cup Final.
Published
12/2/2011
by
Shane Barrow
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soccermogul
The Euro 2012 draw is complete and there are definitely four compelling groups for next summer's tournament being held in Poland and the Ukraine.
Published
11/15/2011
by
Shane Barrow
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soccermogul
The final four places at Euro 2012 have been claimed as the playoff round ended today. Ireland, Portugal, Croatia and the Czech Republic were the victors.
Published
10/12/2011
by
Shane Barrow
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Mexico choked a lead and lost against ten man Brazil on home soil Tuesday night.