Netherlands Shocks Brazil 2-1
PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa (AP_ - Soccer's perennial World Cup underachievers from the Netherlands knocked off mighty Brazil on Friday, stamping the Dutch as a strong contender to finally win that elusive title.
Wesley Sneijder, one of the shortest players on the field, scored in the 68th minute on a header for a stunning 2-1 quarterfinals win over the five-time champions.
"It just slipped through from my bald head and it was a great feeling," Sneijder said.
Brazil, which also went out in this round four years ago against France, lost its composure after falling behind, and defender Felipe Melo was ejected in the 73rd minute for stomping on the leg of …
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Article title: Netherlands Shocks Brazil 2-1.
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Newspaper title: Manila Bulletin.
Publication date: July 2, 2010.
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