Neymar ruled out of World Cup with back fracture
Brazil star Neymar fractures a vertebra after a late challenge in the 2-1 quarterfinal win over Colombia. He will miss the semifinal with Germany in Belo Horizonte and the possible final, expected to be out for several weeks. Doctor Rodrigo Lasmar ruled out surgery but said immobilization is required.
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Germany advances to World Cup semis despite flu symptoms
Germany defeated France 1 0 to reach the semifinals in Brazil as several players, including Thomas Mueller and Christoph Kramer, battled flu like symptoms. Mats Hummels scored the lone goal as Manuel Neuer and Hugo Lloris preserved the narrow victory.
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Any team would depend on Messi says Sabella ahead of Belgium
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella defended reliance on Lionel Messi ahead of the World Cup quarterfinal with Belgium in Brasilia. He praised Messi as the best in the world but urged teamwork to support him, noting Messi’s goalscoring helped by Palacio’s setup against Switzerland. Sabella cautioned against complacency and highlighted Belgium’s strength, hoping Aguero’s return boosts Argentina’s chances.
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