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02 Jul 2018
That is all folks, sad day for Japan but a joyful evening for the Belgians.
Incredible match!
Thank you for choosing Sport24 to catch this epic Round of 16 Soccer World Cup clash between Belgium and Japan.
Enjoy the rest of your evening!
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TUESDAY, JULY 3 | ROUND OF 16
Sweden v Switzerland 16:00 (SA time)
Colombia v England 20:00 (SA time)
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This is the first time a side has come from 2-0 down to win in the knockout stages since 1970, when Germany FR beat England 3-2.
It has only happened six times in history, including 'The Miracle of Berne' Final of 1954, when Germany FR beat Hungary.
02 Jul 2018
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez in a post-match television interview:
"Well, that’s what happens in the World Cup. You have to congratulate Japan, they played the perfect game. They were so solid, they frustrated us, then they were clinical on the counter. And it was a test of the team. The reaction of everyone wanting to get back in the game. To win the game tells you everything about this group of players.No negative things, believe me. Today was about going through, and we did that. Today was a day to be proud of this group of players. Keep believing. These players can. In the World Cup sometimes you want to be perfect. Football is about winning and the boys showed an incredible winning mentality today."
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At the the death, Chadli sends the Red Devils to the quarter-final. Courtois catches the Japan corner-kick throws the ball out to De Bruyne. After pushing forward, he eventually passes it to Meunier, who is in a lot of space on the right. He puts in a low cross which Lukaku dummies and Chadli easily taps it home.
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90' CHANCE! Courtois in full stretch as a deflected cross is goal-bound.
Sigh of relief.
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Long range effort from Inui sees Japan double their lead.
Shocking! Courtois beaten again. Blimey!
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44' Woah! Nagatoma sees his shot go straight towards Osako and the striker is clearly not expecting the ball to come towards him. He lets a soft touch on to ball which Courtois attempts to gather before letting the ball slip through his gloves. However, the keeper is quick to turn around and grab the ball before it crosses the line.
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