World Cup: Cape Verde Hold Spain, Saudi Arabia Draw with Uruguay
L'essentiel
- Cape Verde achieved a historic 0-0 draw against Spain in their first World Cup game, showcasing a heroic defensive effort.
- Saudi Arabia secured a point against Uruguay, while Belgium and New Zealand faced challenges in their Group G matches.
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Pourquoi c'est important
The article discusses recent World Cup matches, focusing on unexpected results and team performances. It highlights Cape Verde's strong defensive effort against Spain and Saudi Arabia's draw with Uruguay.
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On the podcast today: their first ever game at a World Cup and Cape Verde hold Spain to a 0-0 draw after an utterly heroic defensive effort. Sid Lowe joins us to ask if this is just an early blip or if Spanish fans should be concerned.
Elsewhere in Group H, Saudi Arabia cling on to claim a point against Uruguay. Marcelo Bielsa looks on ruefully from his bucket as his side missed several chances in the second half.
In Group G, Belgium need Romelu Lukaku to help them procure a point against Egypt, while New Zealand’s Elijah Just gives them the lead twice but they can’t hold on against Iran.
All that, a preview of Tuesday’s action and your questions answered.
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Questions ouvertes
- Will Spain bounce back from their draw?
- Can Saudi Arabia maintain their form?
- Will Belgium advance from Group G?
