Group D situation: Italy vs Uruguay, England eliminated
There was a shocking surprise in Group D when Costa Rica was the first team to qualify for the knockout round, after defeating Italy.
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| Costa Rica's victory indirectly sowed sorrow for the British |
Accordingly, the victory over Italy helped Costa Rica get 6 points after 2 matches and officially won the ticket to continue amid the coveted desire of Italy and Uruguay.
Costa Rica's surprise victory over Italy also meant that England had to say goodbye to the 2014 World Cup right after the second round. England's final match against Costa Rica is only of honor for the Three Lions. However, Costa Rica still needs at least a draw to maintain their top position in Group D.
So the most interesting situation in Group D is currently the final match between Italy and Uruguay on the evening of June 24. Italy has a slight advantage over Uruguay as they only need a draw to advance. The current goal difference of the Italians is 0 (2 goals for, 2 goals against), while the difference of Uruguay is -1. Meanwhile, Luis Suarez and his teammates must defeat Italy if they want to advance.
Scenarios of Group D:
- Costa Rica have already qualified. Costa Rica need at least a draw against England to top Group D.
- England has been eliminated.
- Italy will advance if: They do not lose to Uruguay in the final match.
- Uruguay will advance if: They beat Italy in the final match.
