Algeria (4-2) South Korea

South Korea vs. Algeria: Do or Die for Les Fennecs (UDPATE: Algeria Lives Another Day)

By Andrew Palczewski |22 June, 201423 June, 2014

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	South Korea KOR	2 – 4	Algeria ALG

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UPDATE: After a flurry of goals, Algeria beat South Korea 4-2, and took second in Group H behind Belgium. Now South Korea’s on the hot seat – if they fall to Belgium on Thursday, their World Cup is over. Algeria, meanwhile, can get to the Round of 16 with a win over Russia.

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After a 1-1 draw with Russia, South Korea will be playing for a spot in the Round of 16. Algeria, meanwhile, will be playing for their soccer lives – after a 2-1 loss to Belgium, if Les Fennecs lose this match, their 2014 World Cup is over.

Watch Algeria fight – and see if they can survive – at 3 PM ET (7 PM UTC).

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Belgium (1-0) Russia

Belgium vs. Russia: Another Memorable Match 28 Years Later? (UPDATE: Belgium Wins Again)

By Andrew Palczewski |22 June, 201423 June, 2014


	Belgium BEL	1 – 0	Russia RUS

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UPDATE: Just as they did 28 years ago, Belgium comes away with a victory, but without any extra time. The Belgians beat Russia 1-0, and secured themselves a spot in the Round 0f 16.

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One of the most memorable World Cup matches was in 1986, when Belgium and the Soviet Union played to a 2-2 tie at the end of regulation, before a flurry of goals gave Belgium a 4-3 win in extra time. This year, Belgium and Russia play in their second group matches. With the history between their teams, this is likely to be a competitive match. Play starts at 12 PM ET (4 PM UTC).

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Nigeria (1-0) Bosnia

Nigeria vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: Who Will Be No. 2? (UPDATE: It’s Nigeria)

By Andrew Palczewski |21 June, 201423 June, 2014


	Nigeria NGA	1 – 0	Bosnia and Herzegovina BIH

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Bosnia Herzegovina had a strong showing against Argentina. Will they have one against Nigeria?

UPDATE: Bosnia couldn’t bring their powerful play against Argentina to their match against Ghana, losing the match 1-0 and losing their chance at advancing past group play.

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With Bosnia and Herzegovina losing their last match, and Nigeria playing to a draw in theirs, you might expect Nigeria to be the favorite in a matchup between the two teams.

But according to most experts, it’s the exact opposite.

Even though Bosnia lost their opening match, their strong play against powerhouse Argentina left many talking about how they could emerge as the number two team in Group F. Nigeria, meanwhile, was expected to score against Iran in their first match, but didn’t. Further complicating things for the Super Eagles is the loss of star player Godfrey Oboabona to injury.

Can Nigeria overcome injuries and odds to win? Or will Bosnia take the second spot in Group F? Find out today at 6 PM ET (10 PM UTC).

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Germany (2-2) Ghana

Germany vs. Ghana: A “Fight to the Death” in the Group of Death (UPDATE: An Unexpected Draw)

By Andrew Palczewski |21 June, 201423 June, 2014


	Germany GER	2 – 2	Ghana GHA

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UPDATE: This “Group of Death” battle to the death ended up as a battle to a draw, 2-2.

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Group G – featuring Germany, Portugal, Ghana, and the United States – has been referred to as the “Group of Death.” Now, Ghana’s Kevin-Prince Boateng says that in order to win against Germany, his team is willing to fight to the death:

“It’s like in ancient Rome. There will be people around the pitch who want to see how two teams fight. The team who wants it more will win and we will fight to the death against Germany.”

While it’s unlikely the competition will be that intense, it’s likely that Ghana will need to win in order to survive. Find out if they will – or if they World Cup dreams die – at 3 PM ET (7 PM UTC).

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Argentina vs. Iran: A Miracle in the Making? (UPDATE: No Miracle For Iran)

By Andrew Palczewski |21 June, 201423 June, 2014


	Argentina ARG	1 – 0	Iran IRN

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Messi fans arrive at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

UPDATE: Iran failed to get the miracle they desperately needed, losing to Argentina 1-0. With this win, Argentina is guaranteed a spot in the Round of 16; Iran could join them, but it would be difficult.

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When asked about his team’s chances against two-time World Cup champions Argentina, Iran’s coach Carlos Queiroz put it bluntly: “It will require a miracle since Argentina is one of the best teams in the world and also they have one day of rest more than we do.”

Will Iran get their miracle? Or will Argentina fulfill its role as top team in Group F? Find out at 12 PM ET (4 PM UTC) when the teams face off in Belo Horizonte.

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