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      Neymar WILL play against South Korea in World Cup last 16 after recovering from ankle injury, confirms Brazil manager

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      NEYMAR has provided Brazil will a huge boost and is FIT ahead of their clash with South Korea.Brazil manager Tite confirmed the attacker will train with the squad today and that he is on track to make the round of 16 tie tomorrow.
      Neymar has been back in training with BrazilCredit: https://twitter.com/bellexcosta/status/1599094047771009024?s=20&t=oZ0dJ4eAF8fjMaFEpn6kAg
      Neymar has not played since picking up an injury against CameroonCredit: Getty
      There had been concerns Neymar would miss the remainder of the tournament, but Tite has played down those worries.
      Tite said: “Regarding Neymar, he’s going to practice this afternoon and if he is ok, he will play tomorrow.
      “I don’t share any information that is not true.
      “My answer is he will practice this afternoon, if everything goes well, he will play.”
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      Neymar hurt his ankle in Brazil’s opening game of the World Cup.
      The PSG star had to be subbed off in the 80th minute of his side’s 2-0 win over Serbia.
      The news Neymar is set to make his return could not have come at a better time from Brazil as Gabriel Jesus was ruled out of the rest of the tournament.
      The Arsenal star has picked up a knee injury and will not play any further part in the competition.
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      Neymar is still on the hunt for his first major title at international level with Brazil.
      He suffered heartbreak in the 2014 World Cup as he suffered a back injury against Columbia.

      He also missed the entire 2019 Copa America campaign with an ankle problem.
      Brazil will play South Korea at Stadium 974 on Monday evening. More

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      England vs Senegal LIVE: Stream FREE, TV channel, kick-off time for Three Lions’ huge World Cup last-16 game – updates

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      ENGLAND face their biggest game of the World Cup so far as they take on Senegal for a place in the quarter-finals of the competition.Gareth Southgate will have his usual selection headache to work out following Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden’s goals against Wales.
      But the Three Lions will be bouyed by the news that Idrissa Gueye won’t be in Senegal’s midfield through suspension.

      Start time: 7pm GMT
      Live stream/TV: ITV1/ITV X
      England XI: To follow
      Senegal XI: To follow

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      How did they get here?
      England began their campaign in thrilling fashion as they thrashed Iran 6-2, with young Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka picking up two goals.
      After a disappointing draw with the USA, the Three Lions secured top spot in the group after beating rivals Wales 3-0, leaving the Dragons to finish bottom of the group.
      Senegal had a harder start to life in Qatar, losing their opener to Netherlands due to two late goals.
      However, wins over hosts Qatar as well as a tightly fought battle with Ecuador meant that Senegal had qualified for the Round of 16 for the first time since 2002.
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      England are set to have a fully fit squad for their last-16 match-up with Senegal, barring Ben White’s early return home.
      Southgate, however, may decide to hand Marcus Rashford a start following his brilliant performance in the win over Wales.
      Foden also impressed, but Bukayo Saka could come back into the side, as could Mason Mount, who dropped to the bench in favour of Jordan Henderson on Tuesday night.
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      Kieran Tripper may also come back into the XI alongside Kyle Walker, but that would most likely see England’s system change from a 4-3-3 to one that favours five at the back.
      Senegal will also have a mostly fit squad butkey man Sadio Mane will be OUT of the game, having been ruled out the tournament with a knee inury.

      Who will be the star men?
      Southgate will have a selection headache after standout performances from many of his players so far.
      But Harry Maguire has been one of the surprise packages this tournament, being a rock of stability at the back as well as a potential goal threat from set pieces.
      Maguire’s Manchester United team-mate Rashford has also shone, netting three times whilst sitting joint first in the race for the Golden Boot.
      But he will face tough competition for his spot with the likes of Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden also on great form.
      Ismaila Sarr has seemed to fill the void of Sadio Mane for the Senegalese team, looking like a constant threat up top as well as scoring a cheeky no-look penalty against Ecuador.
      Chelsea duo Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly will also be looking to keep out the goals as they hope to advance to the quarter-finals.
      Marcus Rashford scored a brace against WalesCredit: AP
      What is the head to head?
      This will be the first meeting between the two sides.
      England will be looking to continue their unbeaten streak against African nations at the World Cup which has seen them win six and draw three.
      When is England vs Senegal?

      England’s World Cup last-16 clash with Senegal will take place TODAY – Sunday, December 4.
      The match will get underway from 7pm UK time.
      England vs Senegal will be held at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar.
      The stadium holds just under 70,000 fans and played host to England’s 0-0 draw with USA.

      Captain Koulibaly has made the most tackles for Senegal
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      England vs Senegal will be shown live on ITV 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the ITV X app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Coverage of the game will get going from 6pm GMT.

      Can I watch for FREE?

      Yes, you can watch England vs Senegal for FREE, so long as you have a TV licence.

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      Odds

      England – 8/15
      Draw – 29/10
      Senegal – 13/2
      England to qualify – 1/5
      Senegal to qualify – 10/3

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of publication.
      History favours Southgate’s squad
      England have never faced Senegal before, only once have they faced an African side in the knockout rounds, defeating Cameroon 3-2 after extra time in the quarter-finals of the 1990 tournament.
      The Three Lions have previously played African nations in the World Cup seven times and remain unbeaten (W4, D3).
      African sides have lost eight of their nine World Cup knockout matches against European nations, though Senegal were the exception in 2002 when they defeated Sweden 2-1 in the ‘round of 16’.
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      Three Lions ooze confidence
      Having never lost to African opposition in 20 previous international matches, England will be looking to make it 21 today in Al Khor.
      With it being Senegal’s second only appearance in the knockout phase, they will be looking to make a statement against Gareth Southgate’ side.
      The Lions of Teranga have a number of players playing their trade in England who will be more buoyed up than ever to cause a shock result.
      Atmosphere building
      It’s hours before kick-off and England fans are making themselves heard in Al Khor…
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      Aliou’s race against time
      Senegal manager Aliou Cisse is trying to return to full-fitness himself in time for this evening’s last 16 crunch showdown with England.
      The Lions of Teranga have been without their manager for training and media duties as he reported feeling unwell with fever like symptoms.
      Senegal have said they are confident he will be on the touchline for the game but only time will tell.
      Assistant coach Regis Bogaert has been leading training in his absence.
      England lead way in Qatar
      The Three Lions will have to break a 20-year curse to win the tournament.
      England finished the strongest in the group stages with seven points and a goal difference of plus seven, better than any other side in Qatar.
      Recent history suggests the best performers in the group stages rarely go on to win the World Cup, with the last side to do so being Brazil in 2002.
      Credit: Getty
      Tough choices ahead for boss
      Able to rotate the team in their last match against Wales, the players Southgate granted some game time to, really stood up to the plate and performed against Rob Page’s Welsh outfit.
      Jordan Henderson, Marcus Rashford, Phil Foden and Kyle Walker all put in shifts that will make it hard not to pick them for today’s game.
      Southgate now has a selection headache with Raheem Sterling, Mason Mount, Bukayo Saka and Kieran Trippier all waiting in the wings.
      Credit: Getty
      Gareth with point to prove
      Coming into this tournament, things were not feeling too positive for the Three Lions, having been relegated from the top tier of the UEFA Nations League.
      Two defeats against Hungary really underlined the form of Southgate’s side with many fans not holding much hope for a stellar showing in Qatar.
      Their opening 2022 World Cup fixture saw them hammer Iran 6-2, suddenly waking fans from their slumber.
      A dreary 0-0 draw against the USA followed before England beat Wales 3-0 in their final group game.
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      Hello and welcome to SunSport’s live coverage of England vs Senegal at the World Cup!
      The Three Lions face a huge last-16 stage clash against the Africa Cup of Nations champions Senegal, who came second in their group.
      Aliou Cisse’s side, however, are resolute and will pose Gareth Southgate’s men problems all over the pitch, particularly on the left with Watford man Ismalia Sarr.
      The Lions of Teranga also have Chelsea duo Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly in their ranks, but will be without Idrissa Gueye through susepnsion.
      And, as has been the case all tournament, star man Sadio Mane is missing.
      For England, Southgate will have his usual selection headache to deal with.
      Which of Rashford, Saka, Foden, Sterling and Mount does he start?
      England beat Wales 3-0 to top their group as they finished with more points than Brazil, France, Portugal, Spain, Germany and Belgium.
      But today they’ll face their toughest test yet in Senegal, though England are undefeated in their last 21 outings against African opponents.
      Win and England will set themselves up with a quarter-final clash against the winners of France vs Poland.
      So sit back and enjoy the action – we’ve got you covered at SunSport Towers.
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      Why is Ben White not playing for England against Senegal?

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      BEN WHITE has left the England World Cup camp early – and he didn’t get to play for a single second at the tournament.The FA revealed that White missed training this week due to illness.
      Ben White has left England’s World Cup squad earlyCredit: Getty
      But now, the Arsenal star has been permitted to fly home and he is not expected to return to Qatar to rejoin his Three Lions teammates.
      Find out more on Ben White’s early England exit below…
      Why has Ben White left England’s World Cup squad?
      White, 25 left the England camp ahead of their last-16 clash with Senegal for “personal reasons”.
      An FA statement confirmed: “Ben White has left England’s training base in Al Wakrah and returned home for personal reasons.
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      “The Arsenal defender is not expected to return to the squad for the remainder of the tournament.
      “We ask that the player’s privacy is respected at this moment in time.”
      Ben White’s club side Arsenal also tweeted: “We’re all with you, Ben.”
      When is England’s last-16 clash against Senegal?

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      What are the lyrics to England fans’ Gareth Southgate chant and have Atomic Kitten said anything about it?

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE’S popularity has grown since he almost guided England to their first World Cup win since 1966.And fans have now created a chant around the Three Lions boss which Southgate clearly enjoys.
      Southgate has guided England to their first World Cup semi-final in 28 yearsCredit: PA:Press Association
      Gareth Southgate orchestrates the fans chanting after historic England World Cup win
      What are the lyrics to England’s Southgate chant?
      The chant famously swarmed the nation when the Three Lions were preparing for their first World Cup semi-final since 1990.
      Southgate was hailed as a masterstroke throughout the tournament, taking another ‘accolade’ in having his own song.
      The lyrics to it are: “Looking back on when we first met, I cannot escape and I cannot forget…
      “Southgate you’re the one, you still turn me on, football’s coming home again.”
      What have Atomic Kitten said about the chant?
      Southgate’s new song comes from the 2001 tune ‘Whole Again’ by Atomic Kitten.
      The girl group has disbanded and gotten back together several times over the years, with Natasha Hamilton and Liz McClarnon currently fronting for them.
      And since the chant has come spread throughout England fans, Atomic Kitten have been trending on various streaming sites, including Apple Music.
      McClarnon and Hamilton have been overwhelmed by the group’s latest fame, with the latter even hinting that the Southgate version of their song will be added to their setlist. More

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      Meet Cody Gakpo’s stunning girlfriend who could become latest Man Utd Wag as they target January transfer

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      HOLLAND star Cody Gakpo won’t be coming alone to Old Trafford if he signs for Manchester United in January.Gakpo will be bringing along his model girlfriend Noa van der Bij, who he has been dating since at least December 2020.
      PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo has been dating model girlfriend Noa van der BijCredit: @noavdbij
      Noa van der Bij has followed Cody Gakpo in Qatar to cheer him on at the World CupCredit: @noavdbij
      Noa van der Bij has been supporting Cody Gakpo while playing for the NetherlandsCredit: @noavdbij
      Noa has been working as a junior booker for Cachet Models ever since completing her studies in management at Avans University of Applied Sciences.
      The blonde beauty is very active on social media and that has helped her attract over 17,000 followers on Instagram.
      And she appears to be very much into the high life as she has posted photos of her in various exotic places, such as Monaco, Ibiza, Saint Tropez and Curacao.
      Noa may be set for another trip as this time she could be on her way to the UK with her boyfriend Gakpo.
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      The PSV Eindhoven star has been enjoying a stunning World Cup campaign with three goals in four matches for Holland in Qatar, with Noa cheering him on from the stands.
      SunSport understands United are ready to swoop in for the winger in the January transfer window in a £50m deal.
      The Red Devils and PSV have yet to enter talks, but there is a belief a deal could be ironed out next month.
      That is because United manager Erik ten Hag and Gakpo share the same agent.
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      Cody Gakpo will be bringing Noa van der Bij with him to Manchester United if he joinsCredit: @noavdbij
      And Eindhoven are willing to sell the 23-year-old at the right price, as they want to cash in on his current World Cup success.
      The Manchester giants tried to sign the Dutchman in the summer but instead got Antony from Ajax.

      Gakpo still had the chance to move to the Premier League but refused to board a private jet to Leeds and wasn’t attracted by Southampton’s club-record bid.
      However, United have rekindled their interest as they need a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Noa van der Bij appears to be loving the high life with some stunning tripsCredit: @noavdbij
      Noa van der Bij has travelled to various luxurious places while in a relationship with Cody GakpoCredit: @noavdbij More

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      ‘I was only thinking about them’ – Lionel Messi reveals his children are inspiring him to World Cup glory with Argentina

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      LIONEL MESSI revealed his children are inspiring him to World Cup glory. The Argentinian icon said he was thinking about his three sons throughout last night’s rollercoaster 2-1 win over Australia. 
      Lionel Messi scored on his 1,000th career appearance to help beat AustraliaCredit: Getty
      His wife and kids watched the game in the stadium to cheer on their heroCredit: Instagram / @antonelaroccuzzo
      And Messi, 35, is buzzing that his eldest, ten-year-old Thiago, is now old enough to appreciate his dad’s magic. 
      After his stunning opener set the South Americans on their way in front of wife Antonela and their sons, he said: “From the beginning to the final whistle I was thinking about my family. 
      “My children especially, as they are growing older and understand more. 
      “We have had families before at World Cups – Thiago has been there but wasn’t aware what it meant. 
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      “I now see how they suffer and enjoy it. It’s something spectacular. 
      “They are excited as all Argentinians – it’s amazing to share this with them.”
      Messi put La Albiceleste ahead 35 minutes in with a beautiful low shot before Julian Alvarez doubled their lead following Australia keeper Mat Ryan’s clanger. 
      Enzo Fernandez’s own goal gave the Aussies a chance but Argentina are now three wins away from their first World Cup title since 1986. 
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      They face the Netherlands in the quarters on Friday, where they will once again be backed by their incredible support.
      The fanatical fans serenaded their heroes for ten minutes after the final whistle – and Messi believes they can make the difference. 
      He said: “It’s unbelievable what they transmit – the passion, energy and joy. 
      “It’s unbelievable. There is a bond we have, a union – it’s beautiful. That’s what the national team should be. These are amazing feelings.”
      The Aussies leave with head held high after pushing Argentina all the way in their first last-16 game since 2006. 

      Coach Graham Arnold said: “I said to the boys that I could not be more proud. 
      “Everyone said we were the worst Socceroo team to qualify for the World Cup. That’s gone now. We are the only Australian side to win two World Cup games in a row. 

      “It’s all been about making the nation proud, and I’m pretty sure we did that.”
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      On Messi, he added: “We worked really hard not to be in awe of him but he’s incredible.
      “I had the privilege of playing against Diego Maradona – they are both wonderful and Argentina should be very proud.” 
      The Messis have three boys – Mateo, Ciro and ThiagoCredit: Reuters
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      Wayne Rooney names his England XI to start vs Senegal warns stars not to fall into same traps he and former players did

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      WAYNE ROONEY has named what his starting XI would be for England against Senegal – as he warns the team about knockout football pitfalls. The Three Lions play the African side for the first time ever later today, with the winner taking a place in the World Cup quarter-finals.
      Wayne Rooney scored 53 goals in 120 England appearancesCredit: Getty
      Rooney would stick to the side that beat Wales for today’s game
      Gareth Southgate has a selection headache after multiple players put themselves in the frame with an impressive second-half showing against Wales.
      And Rooney believes Southgate should keep faith with that side as he reserved special praise for Manchester pair Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden.
      He said in his Sunday Times column: “I would stick with the side that beat Wales and keep Rashford and Foden in.
      “Foden gives you better control and helps you play a lot more and you could see Rashford’s confidence grow after his goals against the Welsh. Confidence is the key with him.”
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      On Harry Kane’s lack of goals, Rooney insisted there was nothing for fans to be worried about.
      He said: “Harry Kane is made for these games. The games that are tighter, where the pressure is higher, where the football has to be more calculated – they are where Harry steps up.

      “He hasn’t scored in the tournament yet but I think there will be a shift in his mindset. He’ll think, “right, it’s on me now to make sure we progress”, and I think this is when he’ll come alive.'”
      Rooney, who is currently boss at MLS side DC United, has plenty of tournament experience from his England days but has warned the current crop about falling into the same traps his era did.
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      The Golden Generation famously underperformed at most World Cups and Euros.
      The former United striker played all the way up until the humiliating defeat to Iceland in 2016, a game he pinpointed in his column as England responding badly to setbacks..
      He added: “I played in five knockout matches for England and we only won one – against Ecuador at the 2006 World Cup.
      “Our exit against Iceland at Euro 2016 was the biggest example of what can go wrong. Negative thoughts going into the match were not a problem that time – I never thought we would lose.
      “The issue was how we reacted to setbacks during the game. When we went 2-1 down after 18 minutes we didn’t recover and with about 30 minutes to go we panicked, changed how we played, gambled too early and lost our discipline and shape.
      “Once you do that against a team that’s stubborn and hard to beat, like Iceland were, there is no way you are going to get back in it.” More

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      France 1 Poland 0 LIVE SCORE: Stream FREE, TV channel, Giroud breaks record in World Cup last-16 clash – updates

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      OLIVIER GIROUD has become France’s all-time leading goal-scorer in his side’s World Cup clash with Poland. The AC Milan striker missed a sitter early on but has now passed Thierry Henry to top his country’s scoring charts by making it 1-0 against Poland.

      Start time: 3pm GMT
      Live stream/TV: BBC One/iPlayer
      France XI: Lloris; Kounde, Varane, Upamecano, Theo Hernandez; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Giroud
      Poland XI: Szczesny, Bereszynski, Glik, Kiwior, Cash, Krychowiak, Zielinski, Szymanski, Frankowski, Kaminski, Lewandowski

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      France 1-0 Poland
      50. Poland need to try and find a way to get Lewandowski into the game more.
      France will try and make it difficult for that to happen.
      The Barcelona striker is having to get all around the pitch looking for the ball, not in areas where he can hurt France.

      France 1-0 Poland
      48. Griezmann takes the free kick from a wide position.
      He goes for goal but Szczesny is equal to it.
      Varane nearly got an awkward touch to that.
      France 1-0 Poland – Bereszynski yellow card
      46. More of the same is required of Poland in this half.
      They will be hoping to create the number of chances they did in the first half.
      Bereszynski is given a yellow card for a foul on Dembele.
      Kick-off: France 1-0 Poland
      Poland get the second half started.
      They have it all to do.
      Big 45 minutes ahead.
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      Well we’ve just seen history being made by Olivier Giroud netting his 52nd international goal to become France’s all-time record scorer.
      The veteran striker took Kylian Mbappe’s through ball on the turn to beat his former Arsenal team-mate Wojcicech Szczesny and to put the world champions on course for a potential quarter-final clash with England.
      As we expected, Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele have been running riot down the wings but it hasn’t all been one-way traffic.
      Piotr Zielinski had a glorious opportunity to fire Poland into a 38th minute lead, but Hugo Lloris marked his own piece of French history with a terrific point-blank save before Raphael Varane cleared the follow up off the line.
      Lloris is winning his 142nd cap tonight, another French national record, but there’s still plenty of work to be done before he can be certain of extending that appearance record here in Qatar.
      HT: France 1-0 Poland
      The tables have turned for Poland now.
      No time to try and massage your goal difference in the knockout rounds of the World Cup.
      Czesław Michniewicz has to rethink his tactics now as they need to find a way back into this game.
      The positive for Poland is that they have created more chances in that first half than they have in the rest of the tournament.
      Sadly, their chances so far have fallen to everyone bar Lewandowski.
      Credit: Reuters
      HT: France 1-0 Poland
      France lead at half time at the Al Bayt Stadium.
      They have shown some defensive weakness in that first half but a moment of magic from Mbappe and Giroud separates the teams.

      HT: France 1-0 Poland
      The referee brings the half to a close.
      We have witnessed a piece of history here.
      Olivier Giroud is France’s record goalscorer.
      France 1-0 Poland – Kaminski chance
      45+1. As the cross comes in, it falls at the feet of Kaminski.
      He gets a shot away which deflects and misses the post by inches.
      Lloris was scrambling there.
      France 1-0 Poland
      45. Mbappe plays a neat pass through to Giroud.
      He knows where the goal is as he spins and shoots.
      The ball nestling into the bottom corner, clinical.
      We are going to have two minutes added.
      Goal – Olivier Giroud (France)
      France 0-0 Poland
      43. Kounde holds up play as he has to take his gold chains off.
      Fortunately he is not like Mr T or we could have been here all day.
      Added time has been quite a player in this tournament already.
      France 0-0 Poland
      41. Well Poland certainly gave France a scare there.
      It should give the Poles some confidence to attack Les Bleus.
      They are not made of stone and do look nervy when under pressure at the back.
      Credit: AP
      France 0-0 Poland – Zielinski chance
      39. What a chance for Poland.
      The ball is cut back from the byline and Zielinski meets it on the penalty spot and puts his foot through it.
      Lloris makes a great save.
      The ball allows a second effort for Poland but Varane clears the ball from behind his keeper.
      France 0-0 Poland
      37. Corner comes in from France but Poland cannot clear the ball completely.
      It drops to Giroud with his back to goal, so obviously he tries an overhead kick.
      The ball loops up for Szczesny to gather but he is taken out by Dembele.
      France 0-0 Poland
      35. This is the best phase of play I have seen in this World Cup from Poland as they spend some time in French territory.
      Aston Villa’s Matty Cash meets the ball on the edge of the box but his effort goes well wide.
      Positive stuff from Poland.
      France 0-0 Poland
      33. Poland have a free kick after a foul by Tchouaméni which also results in a yellow card.
      Lewandowski stands over the ball.
      His effort is driven straight into the wall, terrible effort.
      France 0-0 Poland
      31. Poland have no doubt achieved their first goal.
      30 minutes and no goals conceded.
      Side note, pretty sure I have seen my last three Wi-Fi passwords on the back of the Polish tops.
      Credit: Getty
      France 0-0 Poland
      29. The empty seats seem to be full now.
      Dembele is fed into space in the box and all he has to do is find Giroud on the back post.
      The Barcelona man puts too much pace on his ball and Giroud cannot convert.
      France 0-0 Poland
      27. France clear the ball and manage to find Mbappe.
      The speed when he gets going is just insane.
      It is like the Polish defenders are wading in quick sand.
      France 0-0 Poland
      25. Poland are starting to get forward more.
      They have looked negative in the tournament to date.
      Maybe they were waiting for the knockout rounds to impress.
      France 0-0 Poland
      23. It seems it is Kounde’s turn to test Szczesny.
      All too easy for the Juventus keeper.
      Not sure if they are looking to test the Polish shot-stopper or simply cannot get closer to the goal.
      Credit: Reuters
      France 0-0 Poland
      21. Midfield could be an area where this game is won today.
      Poland are dropping so deep when France have the ball that their centre midfielders have all the time in the world.
      The Poles counter attack and the ball finds its way to Lewandowski who shoots from distance with Lloris at full stretch.
      Not too far wide that one.
      France 0-0 Poland
      19. From what we have seen from Poland so far, their best bet of getting a result today is to take this to penalties.
      They struggle to connect play in the final third yet again.
      Poland just look disjointed when they are doing anything but defending.
      France 0-0 Poland
      17. Rabiot is penalised for a foul on Krychowiak.
      Poland gift away possession again and France attack.
      Dembele cuts inside and looks to shoot but does not connect well enough to test Szczesny.
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