Soccer

Germany reap rewards from increased focus on set pieces

Germany's national soccer team coach Joachim Loew kicks a ball during a training session in the village of Santo Andre north of Porto Seguro July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann Jul 05 2014

My dream of being a champion isn't over, says Neymar

Brazil's Neymar (L) falls after being fouled by Colombia's Camilo Zuniga during their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at the Castelao arena in Fortaleza July 4, 2014. REUTERS/Marcelo Del Pozo Jul 05 2014

Messi like water in the desert for Argentina, says Sabella

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after winning their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against Belgium at the Brasilia national stadium in Brasilia July 5, 2014. REUTERS/David Gray Jul 05 2014

Argentina's Di Maria to undergo scan on injured thigh

Argentina's Angel Di Maria lies on the pitch after an injury during the team's 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against Belgium at the Brasilia national stadium in Brasilia July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez Jul 05 2014

'Wonderful' Costa Rica exit with pride, Pinto says

Costa Rica's coach Jorge Luis Pinto gestures during their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against the Netherlands at the Fonte Nova arena in Salvador July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Michael Dalder Jul 05 2014

Humble Costa Rica exceed all expectations

A Costa Rica fan reacts after their team lost to the Netherlands, during the 2014 World Cup quarter-finals soccer match at Democracia square in San Jose July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate Jul 05 2014

Dutch keeper Krul a shootout hero, Argentina await

Argentina's Gonzalo Higuain reacts after missing the goal during the 2014 World Cup quarter-finals between Argentina and Belgium at the Brasilia national stadium in Brasilia July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Dominic Ebenbichler Jul 05 2014

Costa Rican fans didn't celebrate penalties for long

A Costa Rica fan reacts during a public screening of their 2014 World Cup quarter-final soccer match against the Netherlands, at Democracia Square in San Jose July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate Jul 05 2014

Substitute Krul the saviour as Dutch reach semis

Goalkeeper Tim Krul (23) of the Netherlands goes in for team mate Jasper Cillessen during extra time in their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against Costa Rica at the Fonte Nova arena in Salvador July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Michael Dalder Jul 05 2014

Krul's World Cup debut short and sweet

Goalkeeper Tim Krul of the Netherlands saves the last penalty shot against Costa Rica during a penalty shootout in their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals at the Fonte Nova arena in Salvador July 5, 2014. REUTERS/Marcos Brindicci Jul 05 2014

2014 FIFA World Cup Predictions, Date and Schedule: Netherlands vs. Costa Rica

The Netherlands and Costa Rica will be playing each other for the opportunity to play in the semifinals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Latin Post breaks down the teams and predicts a winner in this must-watch game.

2014 FIFA World Cup Predictions, Schedule, Preview: Argentina vs. Belgium; Lionel Messi in Action

Argentina and Belgium play each other in the 2014 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. The winner will play in the semifinals. Latin Post breaks down the teams and predicts a winner.

Les Bleus put World Cup blues behind them

France's Karim Benzema (L) reacts with team coach Didier Deschamps to their loss at the end of their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against Germany at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro July 4, 2014. REUTERS/Charles Platiau Jul 04 2014

Stoppage-time save against France no big deal - Neuer

Germany's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer watches a high ball go over his net during their 2014 World Cup quarter-finals against France at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro July 4, 2014. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach Jul 04 2014

No defensive problems for Belgium with Vertonghen on side

Belgium's Jan Vertonghen listens to questions during a news conference at the national stadium in Brasilia July 4, 2014, one day before their 2014 World Cup quarter-final soccer match against Argentina. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez Jul 04 2014

Van Gaal admits underestimating his own team

Netherlands' national soccer team coach Louis van Gaal attends a news conference ahead of their quarter-final match against Costa Rica at the Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador July 4, 2014. REUTERS/Ruben Sprich Jul 04 2014

Maicon to start for Brazil against Colombia

Brazil's player Maicon attends a training session in Teresopolis near Rio de Janeiro June 13, 2014. REUTERS/Marcelo Regua Jul 04 2014

Watch out for Robben's dives, says Costa Rica coach

Arjen Robben of the Netherlands reacts after being tackled by Mexico's Miguel Layun during their 2014 World Cup round of 16 game at the Castelao arena in Fortaleza June 29, 2014. REUTERS/Dominic Ebenbichler Jul 04 2014

Loew pleased after Germany improve against France

Germany's national soccer team coach Joachim Loew gives a thumbs-up in the town of Santa Cruz Cabralia, north of Porto Seguro July 2, 2014. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann Jul 04 2014

Germany's Loew shows he is a tournament tactician

Germany's coach Joachim Loew watches as his team plays against Algeria during their 2014 World Cup round of 16 game at the Beira Rio stadium in Porto Alegre June 30, 2014. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini Jul 04 2014
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