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Kris Shannon: Why you should root for England to win the World Cup
England, against all odds, are now rather easy to root for.
England, against all odds, are now rather easy to root for.
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Spain failed to convert one penalty attempt in the shootout.
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The most feared outfit in football has become a laughing stock.
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Japan’s controversial VAR decision effectively put the Germans out of the World Cup.
Germany was eliminated from the group stage for the second World Cup in a row.
Japan scored twice early in the second half to come from behind to defeat Spain.
Belgium failed to live up to its status as the second-ranked team.
Morocco advanced to the last 16 at the World Cup for just the second time.
Australia's coach came up with a great line when asked how they would celebrate victory.
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